Bhopal, March 13 -- Madhya Pradesh police have intensified their efforts to ensure safety and security in view of the upcoming Holi festivals and Friday prayers in the state capital Bhopal.

Over the past few days, the police have taken action against more than 1,000 individuals to prevent any untoward incidents during these events.

"These (Holi festival and Friday namaz) are important events and extensive preparations have been ensured for this purpose. In the past a few days, the police have ensured action against 1046 such anti-social people, who had a criminal record and cases related to stabbing, physical violence, etc. Along with this, the police have also ensured communication at every police station," Commissioner of Police (CP, ...