Hyderabad, Sept. 2 -- Hyderabad police commissioner CV Anand on Tuesday, September 2 called for tight security amid the Ganesh idol procession in the city.

The commissioner stressed strict vigilance against pickpocketing, eve-teasing, and chain snatching. He stressed the prevention of untoward incidents caused by anti-social elements during the processions. "As a precaution, organizers and volunteers should be present near the idols at night," Anand said during a review meeting at the South West Zone DCP office in Mehdipatnam.

An action plan for the swift immersion of the idols was reviewed, and officials were instructed to tell the Mandap Organisers to begin the immersion process as soon as possible and ensure devotees return home safe...