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Amit Shah's Puducherry Visit Under Heavy Security as BJP Ramps Up Poll Prep

A massive security deployment of nearly 500 personnel is planned in Karaikal, Puducherry, for Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit on February 14. His itinerary includes a public meeting at the municipal ground and a potential visit to the Thirunallar temple. The BJP is treating the event as a key political rally, accelerating election preparations and mobilising cadres to ensure a large turnout. The party aims for a decisive victory for the NR Congress-BJP alliance in the upcoming Puducherry Assembly elections.

Key Points: Amit Shah Puducherry Visit: Heavy Security for Feb 14 Rally

  • 500 police personnel deployed
  • Security supervised by Puducherry DIG
  • BJP accelerating election groundwork
  • Focus on NR Congress-BJP alliance victory
  • Visit includes public meeting and temple
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Heavy security blanket for Amit Shah's Puducherry visit on Feb 14; BJP steps up poll preparations

Heavy security blanket for Amit Shah's Karaikal visit on Feb 14. BJP steps up poll preparations for Puducherry Assembly elections with a major public rally.

Heavy security blanket for Amit Shah's Puducherry visit on Feb 14; BJP steps up poll preparations
"The party had stepped up its election preparations and was mobilising cadres across Karaikal to ensure a strong turnout. - Nirmal Kumar Surana"

Chennai, Feb 8

A massive security deployment is being planned in Karaikal, Puducherry, ahead of Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit on February 14, with nearly 500 police personnel set to be stationed across the region to ensure tight protection and crowd control during his public meeting.

According to police sources, personnel from the Puducherry Police and allied security units will be deployed at key junctions, venues, and entry points.

Security arrangements will be directly supervised by the Puducherry Deputy Inspector General of Police. Routine and street-level patrols are being intensified, while enhanced vehicle checks will be conducted along the Tamil Nadu-Karaikal border beginning Monday to prevent any untoward incidents.

Amit Shah is expected to arrive by helicopter at Thirunallar before proceeding to the municipal ground in Karaikal, where a large public meeting has been scheduled.

Officials said he may also visit the famous Thirunallar temple before departing the same day. The final itinerary is likely to be confirmed in the coming days.

Meanwhile, the BJP has accelerated preparations for the high-profile visit, viewing it as a key political event ahead of the Puducherry Assembly elections.

The groundwork for the meeting began with a bhoomi puja ceremony held on Saturday for the construction of the stage and pandal at the municipal ground. The ceremony was attended by Puducherry Legislative Assembly Speaker R. Selvam, while Puducherry State BJP in-charge Nirmal Kumar Surana participated as a special invitee.

Speaking to reporters, Surana said the party had stepped up its election preparations and was mobilising cadres across Karaikal to ensure a strong turnout. Local BJP leaders noted that this would be HM Shah's second visit to Karaikal, having campaigned in the region during the previous Assembly elections.

Thousands of supporters are expected to attend the rally.

Several organisational committees have been formed to manage logistics, crowd coordination, and volunteer activities.

Senior party functionaries said the focus is on securing a decisive victory for the NR Congress-BJP alliance in all five Assembly constituencies in Karaikal, stressing that both parties are working in close coordination and with renewed enthusiasm.

With tight security and political momentum building, Karaikal is gearing up for one of the most significant campaign events of the season.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Good to see the BJP stepping up its game in Puducherry! A strong national leader's visit can really energize the local cadre. Hope the alliance with NR Congress works smoothly. Wishing them all the best for the elections! 🇮🇳
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Suresh O
The security is necessary, no doubt. Given the stature of the Home Minister, we cannot compromise on safety. It's better to be safe than sorry. The police are doing their duty.
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Anjali F
Interesting that he might visit the Thirunallar temple. These visits always have a cultural connect, which resonates with people. The bhoomi puja for the stage is also a nice traditional touch. Hope the public meeting addresses local issues of Puducherry.
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David E
Watching from abroad. The scale of political mobilization in India is always impressive. The logistical planning for an event like this, from security to crowd management, is a massive undertaking. Hope it's peaceful and productive.
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Karthik V
Ultimately, what matters is what the leaders promise and deliver for Karaikal. Jobs, infrastructure, water issues... the rally should focus on these, not just political rhetoric. Let's see what the manifesto says.

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