Jharkhand Police Ensures Security Amid Festive Celebrations

Ahead of festivals like Ram Navami, Sarhul, and Eid, Jharkhand's DGP Anurag Gupta has assured robust security measures and operational reviews to guarantee peaceful festivities. Despite a minor incident in Hazaribagh, officials maintain that the situation remains under control with additional forces on standby.

Jharkhand's Director General of Police, Anurag Gupta, has pledged rigorous measures to ensure the peaceful celebration of the upcoming Ram Navami, Sarhul, and Eid festivals. Speaking at a press conference, Gupta emphasized that comprehensive meetings were held with officials to scrutinize security protocols and gather insights from relevant departments.

Gupta stated, "We conducted exhaustive reviews with officials ahead of the festivals to confirm their peaceful execution. Systems are in place to prevent any disruptions, with each district directed to monitor routes and counter anti-social activities." Additional police forces and the Rapid Action Force will be deployed in areas deemed sensitive, he added.

Instructions were also issued to districts to monitor and curtail any provocative content, specifically targeting music and speeches that might incite unrest. During a minor clash at a procession in Jhanda Chowk, Hazaribagh, forces effectively managed the situation, ensuring peace with prompt response and presence of adequate forces.

(With inputs from agencies.)