In Brief
- Mumbai Police deployed over 16,800 personnel for Ganeshotsav festivities.
- Additional forces will be deployed on immersion days for crowd and traffic management.
- Police deployment aims to ensure smooth celebration and law-and-order maintenance.
- Effective management is critical due to large crowds during festival events.
Mumbai Police have mobilised over 16,800 personnel to oversee security during the Ganeshotsav festival. This extensive deployment is part of the preparations to manage the massive crowds and ensure smooth conduct of the celebrations across the city.
Authorities stated that additional police forces will be specifically deployed on the immersion days to handle increased crowd density, traffic congestion, and to maintain law and order. The deployment includes traffic police, local officers, and special units to manage different aspects of public safety.
The police department has coordinated with local administrative bodies and traffic authorities to streamline the flow of vehicles and pedestrians, particularly near major pandals and immersion points. This strategy aims to minimise disruptions and prevent any untoward incidents during the festivities.
Officials emphasised that the preparation is crucial given the scale of the festival and the large number of participants taking part in various rituals and processions.
