In order to ensure the safety of denizens during the auspicious occasion of ‘Chhath Puja’, Ranchi police are on toe to prevent any untoward incidents. From National Disaster Relief Force (NDRF) to appointing divers at major ‘Ghats’ every small details have been figured out by police department so far.
“Steps like barricading the water bodies after the cleanliness drive has been completed by the laborers’ in the city almost at every place. NDRF personnel have been deputed at major water reservoirs like Hatania Talab, Kanke Dam, Ranchi lake and other bigger water bodies in the city. Similarly, at smaller Ghats, all the association people have been asked to make some alternate arrangements by themselves. However, at the time of emergency, backup will be provided by the police department at these places,” said, City SP Kishore
Kaushal after conducting an inspection of major Chhath ‘Ghats’ on Friday along with other police personnel.
Ranchi police has also deputed approximately 34 magistrates along with the forces to control the teeming crowd at Ghats for assisting the public. Female constables too will be deputed near all the water reservoirs.
“Female constables will be deployed in ample numbers at major places to aid people. Police personnel in casuals will also assist public in time of need. This apart, Shakti commandoes will also patrol on two wheelers to keep a tab on miscreants. On Sunday, police personnel will be deputed from 2 PM at each Ghat in city,” added Kishore. Alternate traffic plan will be released by the Traffic police department soon.