India, March 29 -- The Gautam Budh Nagar Police Commissionerate has heightened security measures in the district in view of the Cheti Chand, and Eid-ul-Fitr festivals, officials said on Friday.

To maintain law and order, Section 163 of Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) has been enforced across the district till March 31. The district police have identified as many as 241 mosques and 28 hotspots where large public gatherings are expected.

"Elaborate security arrangements have been put in place to ensure peace and order during Cheti Chand, and Eid-ul-Fitr. While Alvida Jumma prayers were conducted smoothly on Friday, under strict security, the deployment will continue in the coming days, considering the upcoming festivals. Special...