New Delhi, Jan. 23 -- Ahead of the Republic Day celebrations on January 26, multi-layered security arrangements have been made to secure the official parades and flag-hoisting ceremonies across India. In Jammu and Kashmir, the security forces have taken over the Maulana Azad Memorial (MAM) Stadium in Jammu and the Bakshi Stadium in Srinagar where the main Republic Day functions will be held.

Barricades have been erected at various places in Srinagar city. Security forces have established special checkpoints, particularly at R S Pura and are conducting thorough vehicle checks to ensure safety. Drones are being deployed to monitor suspicious activities while a three-tier security ring, CCTV cameras, and an anti-sabotage mechanism have been...