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Delhi's Chhath Security: 2000 Police Deployed Amid Cyber Crime Push

Delhi police have deployed over 2000 personnel to ensure safety during Chhath celebrations. A new cyber awareness initiative is being integrated with the festival to protect devotees from online fraud. The security arrangements include comprehensive surveillance through CCTV cameras and drones across major ghats. Meanwhile, the Delhi government has declared a public holiday to facilitate the four-day festival that draws massive crowds to riverbanks for traditional rituals.

Key Points: Delhi Deploys 2000 Police for Chhath Puja Security

  • Over 2000 police personnel deployed across Delhi for Chhath festival security
  • Cyber awareness campaign integrated with Chhath celebrations at major ghats
  • Surveillance through CCTV and drones to ensure public safety
  • Delhi government declares public holiday on October 27 for Chhath
  • Four-day festival features rituals including Nahay Khay and Kharna
  • Devotees throng riverbanks for holy dip and Sun God prayers
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Over 2000 police personnel deployed for Chhath celebrations, says DCP of South East Delhi

South East Delhi DCP announces massive security deployment for Chhath celebrations with integrated cyber awareness campaign at major ghats across the capital.

"This time, a new initiative has been launched to link the cyber awareness campaign with Chhath - Hemant Tiwari, DCP South East Delhi"

New Delhi, October 26

Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) of South East Delhi Hemant Tiwari on Sunday said over 2,000 police personnel have been deployed to ensure safety during Chhath celebrations in the national capital.

Speaking to ANI, Hemant Tiwari said, "This time, a new initiative has been launched to link the cyber awareness campaign with Chhath. All devotees at major Chhath ghats will be made aware of cybercrime... so that everyone can be protected from cyber fraud..."

"This time, the police administration has made thorough arrangements to celebrate Chhath on a large scale. More than 2000 police personnel have been deployed... Surveillance will be conducted through CCTV and drones," he further said.

Earlier in the day, Delhi Minister Parvesh Verma reviewed preparation for Chhath Puja at Vasudev Ghat.

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced that Monday, October 27, will be a public holiday on account of the Chhath festival, the CMO said in a statement.

The Hindu festival of Chhath, which lasts for four days, commenced on Saturday with the first ritual, 'Nahay Khay,' drawing massive crowds at various ghats. Devotees thronged riverbanks to take a holy dip and offer prayers to the Sun God, marking the beginning of the auspicious Chhath Mahaparv.

This year, the festival will be celebrated from October 25 to 28, with rituals including Nahay-Khay on Chaturthi Tithi of Kartik Shukla Paksha, Kharna on Panchami, Chhath Puja on Sashti, and concluding Usha Arghya on Saptami.

On Sunday, the second day of Chhath Puja, known as Kharna, devotees are observing a fast from sunrise to sunset, abstaining from both food and water. The fast is broken only after making offerings to the Sun God at sunset.

Dedicated to the worship of the Sun god and his sister Chhathi Maiya, the festival emphasises purity, gratitude, and the well-being of one's family.

- ANI

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Rohit P
While I appreciate the security measures, 2000 police personnel seems excessive. Couldn't these resources be better utilized for regular law and order duties? Just my thought.
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Ananya R
As someone celebrating Chhath for years in Delhi, I'm really happy with these arrangements. The drone surveillance and CCTV coverage will make us feel much safer during the early morning rituals. Jai Chhathi Maiya! 🌅
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Michael C
Impressive to see how India manages large religious gatherings with such detailed planning. The integration of cyber awareness with traditional festivals shows forward-thinking governance.
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Siddharth J
The public holiday announcement is much appreciated! It shows respect for our cultural traditions. Hope all devotees have a peaceful and blessed Chhath Puja. 🪔
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Kavya N
My family is observing the fast today. It's heartwarming to see the administration taking such good care of devotees' safety. The Kharna prasad preparation is going on in full swing at home! 🍯

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