Rishikesh, July 13 -- As the Kanwar Yatra approaches, authorities in Rishikesh are ramping up security and surveillance to ensure the safety of the thousands of devotees expected to participate.

Speaking to ANI, Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Lokeshwer Singh shared details on the enhanced arrangements, which include the deployment of two drones for aerial surveillance over key routes and traffic management.

He added that medical teams, SDRF, Forest QRT teams have been assigned to ensure safety and address potential wildlife conflicts.

Speaking to ANI, SSP said, "We are using two drones for aerial surveillance of the routes and traffic management. More than 1000 police officers have been deployed across Lakshman Jhula and Rishike...