India, July 11 -- To ensure a safe passage of Kanwar pilgrims, who will use a 4 km stretch between July 11 and 25, the Noida Police have held meetings with different departments including power, and health departments, and Noida authority, besides holding discussions with DJ operators and event organisers, officials said on Thursday.

The Noida traffic police have also issued diversions to prevent any congestion.

To be sure, in Noida, pilgrims will enter through Mayur Vihar, pass by the Shani Temple and Okhla Bird Sanctuary, and exit at Kalindi Kunj, covering a route of approximately four kilometres within the city.

"All concerned departments were asked to repair and maintain cleanliness along the route for the Kanwar pilgrims," said of...