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Heavy Security, Drone Ban for Amit Shah's Key BJP Rally in Tamil Nadu

Security has been significantly heightened in Pudukkottai for the BJP's concluding public rally in Tamil Nadu, featuring Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Authorities have imposed a complete ban on drones and unmanned aerial vehicles over the venue as a preventive measure. The police have established multi-layered security with frisking points, barricades, and surveillance teams to manage the expected large crowd. This rally is viewed as a crucial event to energize the party cadre ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections.

Key Points: Security Tight for Amit Shah's BJP Rally in Tamil Nadu

  • Multi-layered security at venue
  • Complete ban on drones/UAVs
  • Rally concludes BJP's state campaign
  • Traffic diversions expected
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Security tightened ahead of HM Shah's BJP rally in Tamil Nadu today

Enhanced security & a drone ban are in place for Union HM Amit Shah's BJP rally in Pudukkottai, the party's final Tamil Nadu campaign event.

Security tightened ahead of HM Shah's BJP rally in Tamil Nadu today
"strict legal action will be initiated against individuals found violating the ban - Police Officials"

Chennai, Jan 4

Security arrangements have been significantly strengthened ahead of the Bharatiya Janata Party's concluding public rally in Tamil Nadu, scheduled to be held on Sunday.

The meeting, led by Tamil Nadu BJP leader Nainar Nagendran, will take place at 5 p.m. at the Pallathivayal area near Balan Nagar in Tirukokarnam, Pudukkottai.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to participate in the event and address the gathering. In view of the high-profile nature of the rally, the police have imposed a complete ban on the operation of drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in and around the venue for the day.

Officials said the restriction has been enforced as a preventive security measure to avoid any untoward incidents during the public meeting.

Police have warned that strict legal action will be initiated against individuals found violating the ban. Senior police officials have been closely monitoring the security preparations. Multi-layered security arrangements have been put in place at the venue, with frisking and checking points established at all entry routes.

Barricades have been erected to regulate crowd movement, while surveillance teams have been deployed in and around the rally grounds. Additional police personnel have also been stationed along key roads to manage traffic and ensure smooth vehicular movement.

The concluding rally marks the final leg of the BJP's statewide political campaign and is expected to draw a large turnout of party workers and supporters. The party leadership views the event as an important platform to energise cadres and reinforce its organisational presence ahead of the forthcoming Assembly elections in Tamil Nadu.

Several senior State and district-level leaders are expected to be present on the dais. Police officials have appealed to the public to cooperate with the security arrangements and comply with the restrictions imposed for the event.

Motorists have been advised to expect traffic diversions in the vicinity of the venue during the rally hours and to plan their travel accordingly. Authorities said all necessary steps have been taken to ensure the safety of participants as well as the general public, and to facilitate the peaceful and orderly conduct of the high-profile political gathering.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
While security is important, I hope the heavy police presence and barricades don't intimidate ordinary citizens in the area. These rallies often disrupt daily life completely. The authorities must ensure the common man's routine isn't overly affected.
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Karthik V
The drone ban is a smart move. You can never be too careful these days. It's a high-profile target. Full marks to the police for proactive planning. Hope the BJP's message resonates in TN, it's time for a change in the state politics.
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Sarah B
Interesting to see the national party making such a concerted push in Tamil Nadu. The security details read like a major event, which it clearly is. Wondering what the actual turnout and local response will be like.
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Meera T
As a resident of Chennai, I appreciate the advance notice about traffic diversions. It helps us plan our Sunday. The police appeal for cooperation is key – public and authorities need to work together for such events.
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Amit G
All this security and spending for one political rally? I respect the HM, but sometimes I feel these resources could be used elsewhere. Just an observation. Hope the message is about development and not just political rhetoric.

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