Bhubaneswar, March 21 -- Odisha DGP Yogesh Bahadur Khurania on Friday emphasized the need for extensive security arrangements by the police in light of four major upcoming festivals in the state.
Eid-ul-Fitr will be celebrated on March 31, Shri Ram Navami on April 6, Hanuman Jayanti on April 14, and Maha Bishuba Sankranti on April 14.
To ensure the safety and security of the public during these occasions, the DGP chaired a review meeting at the State Police Headquarters in Cuttack.
He directed senior officers to ensure that all festivals were celebrated in an orderly manner. He also advised maintaining a high state of alert at all times and taking proactive measures to gather advance intelligence on any potential incidents, ensuring imme...