Security measures have been put in place in Cuttack and Bhubaneswar, Odisha, for Durga Puja idol immersions to maintain law and order and ensure devotees’ safety. The visarjan procession is anticipated to attract many people as they gather to see Goddess Durga off in a respectful farewell during Durga Puja festivities.
Police officers and other security forces are being deployed at important locations like main roads, immersion points, and areas where there will be heavy movement of the public. Crowd management is also one of the important aspects being considered, as processions should be conducted without any disturbance.
Cuttack is a place where the celebration of Durga Puja is done with much fanfare, and therefore, it becomes imperative for the authorities to manage crowds and regulate the processions of immersions.
Similarly, arrangements are being made in Bhubaneswar to manage traffic and ensure convenient movement of devotees. There may be restrictions on traffic and diversions in areas of processions as well as at immersion locations to prevent congestion. Commuters have been requested to be mindful of the traffic advisories issued by authorities.
Cooperation of various departments and surveillance are important aspects of these arrangements. Cooperation of puja committees and locals is being sought to ensure smooth conduct of the immersions. It has been stressed that organisers must adhere to the guidelines given for the processions and work in coordination with the authorities.
Durga Puja Visarjan is the concluding stage of this festival, which marks the departure of Goddess Durga. This festival unites people on the religious, cultural and procession levels.
Devotees have been requested to follow safety instructions, not crowd unnecessarily and cooperate with the police. As security and traffic management continue to be the major priorities, the authorities are hoping to see these immersions conclude peacefully in Cuttack and Bhubaneswar.
