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Ahead of the world-famous Rath Yatra, the Odisha Police has announced an elaborate five-tier security arrangement in Puri, with advanced surveillance systems and robust emergency response mechanisms to ensure the safety of lakhs of devotees.

Briefing the media, Director General of Police (DGP) YB Khurania on Sunday said that 275 Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled CCTV cameras will monitor key areas across the pilgrim town.

In addition, over 10,000 police personnel, including Quick Response Teams (QRTs), will be on the ground, backed by drone surveillance, the top cop informed.

"Security forces will be deployed in multiple layer...