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Kolkata Police have implemented special measures to maintain law and order during the upcoming Durga Puja celebrations. Police Commissioner Manoj Verma has issued strict guidelines requiring officers to verify CCTV functionality and enhance security arrangements. The department is increasing patrols at night and early morning hours when crimes against morning walkers have been rising. All police stations must work actively to quickly resolve public complaints while detectives maintain secret surveillance.

Key Points: Kolkata Police Issues Durga Puja Crime Prevention Guidelines

  • Police Commissioner orders OCs to verify operational CCTV cameras at key points
  • Special focus on protecting morning walkers from rising snatching incidents
  • Increased night and early morning patrolling at crowded city intersections
  • Intelligence Department and Women's RAF Battalion placed on high alert
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Kolkata Police issues guidelines to stop crime during Durga Puja

Kolkata Police Commissioner Manoj Verma orders enhanced security, CCTV checks, and increased patrolling to combat rising crime during Durga Puja festivities.

"The Police Commissioner has clearly stated that all such reports will be sent to Lalbazar immediately - Police Official"

Kolkata, Sep 15

Kolkata Police have taken special measures to ensure law and order across the city ahead of Durga Puja, with Police Commissioner Manoj Verma recently issuing several guidelines in this regard in the monthly crime meeting, a senior police official said on Monday.

According to the police official, the city sees an increase in the number of people coming from various districts and states before and during Durga Puja. Therefore, in the festive season, crime syndicates become active. The officer-in-charge of each police station under Kolkata Police jurisdiction has been instructed to be extra vigilant and also to check the security arrangements in their respective areas.

"It has been specifically instructed that the OCs of each police station will check whether the CCTV cameras have been installed at important points in their respective areas and whether they are operational or not. The Police Commissioner has clearly stated that all such reports will be sent to Lalbazar (city police headquarters) immediately," the police official said.

In addition, the Kolkata Police's Intelligence Department, starting from the 'Watch Section' to the Anti-rowdy Section and the Women's Battalion of the RAF, should always be ready.

"The Police Commissioner also issued instructions to increase patrolling at important intersections and crowded areas of the city at night and early morning," the police official said.

Like every year, crimes like snatching, robberies and thefts are on the rise in the city before Durga Puja. According to police sources, there has been an increase in attacks and snatching of morning walkers in several areas.

According to the official, it has been made clear in the monthly meeting that negligence will not be tolerated in stopping crimes during the Puja. Furthermore, every police station has been instructed to work actively and resolve complaints of the general public quickly. Additional police deployment, mobile van patrols and secret surveillance by detectives will be continued.

- IANS

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Rahul R
Finally some proactive measures! Last year my aunt had her chain snatched near Maddox Square during puja. Hope this year the police actually implement these guidelines properly and not just on paper.
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Sarah B
As someone who visits Kolkata every year for Durga Puja, I appreciate these security measures. The city gets incredibly crowded and it's reassuring to know the police are taking extra precautions. The women's battalion presence is particularly comforting.
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Arun Y
While the guidelines sound good, I hope the police also focus on traffic management. The real chaos during puja is on the roads with so many people coming from outside. Security + traffic control should go hand in hand.
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Kavya N
Commissioner Verma is doing the right thing. We need visible police presence during puja nights, especially in areas like Park Street, Esplanade, and Southern Avenue. More police booths and help desks would be welcome too!
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Michael C
Visiting Kolkata for the first time during Durga Puja. This article gives me confidence that the authorities are taking security seriously. Looking forward to experiencing the festival safely!
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Suresh O
Hope they maintain this vigilance throughout the festive season and not just for the first few days. The real test comes on Saptami and Ashtami when the crowds peak. Jai M

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