Over 24,000 police personnel and more than 25,000 civic officials have been deployed in Mumbai to ensure the smooth and safe conduct of Ganesh idol immersion processions on Anant Chaturdashi. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has made extensive arrangements for this purpose.
Mumbai, one of India's busiest cities, is preparing for the final day of the Ganesh festival, known as Anant Chaturdashi. The city administration and police have put in place a series of measures to ensure the smooth and safe conduct of the Ganesh idol immersion processions.
As per reports, more than 24,000 police personnel and over 25,000 civic officials and employees will be deployed across the city tomorrow. The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has made extensive arrangements for this purpose.
In terms of infrastructure, the BMC has arranged for 67 natural immersion sites and 383 artificial lakes at 278 locations across the city. For safety reasons, 1,132 lifeguards have been deployed, along with 6,052 floodlights and searchlights at immersion sites. The civic body has also kept 85 ambulances and 10 motorboats ready at various locations.
For crowd management and coordination, 261 reception centres, 228 control rooms, and 75 observation towers have been set up. A total of 489 temporary toilets and other basic facilities have also been provided for devotees.
Source:
Akashvani News
