Maha DGP puts police on high alert ahead of Muharram & Devshayani Ekadashi amid Iran-Israel tension
Nagpur: Maharashtra's director general of police (DGP), Rashmi Shukla, has placed the state's police force, including Nagpur, on high alert ahead of Muharram and Devshayani Ekadashi, both coinciding on July 6.
The directive, issued via statewide video conferencing on Wednesday, is in response to escalating geopolitical tensions due to the Iran-Israel conflict, which could disrupt communal harmony during these significant religious observances.
In Nagpur, where the Shia population is relatively small, city police are leaving no stone unturned to ensure peace and security. Muharram, a solemn period marking the martyrdom of Imam Hussain, involves mourning rituals and processions, particularly among Shia Muslims in pockets of Nagpur like Mominpura, Hasanbagh and Kamptee.
Simultaneously, Devshayani Ekadashi, a major Hindu festival, draws thousands to temples like the Koradi Mahalaxmi Temple for fasting and prayers.
The convergence of these events demands meticulous planning to maintain law and order.
Following the March 17 riots in central Nagpur, city police intensified proactive measures. "We are enhancing intelligence gathering and closely monitoring community activities to pre-empt untoward incidents," said a senior police official.
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Patrolling was ramped up in sensitive areas like Kamptee and Mominpura, with a focus on mixed-population neighbourhoods prone to tensions. Police are also engaging with community leaders from both Hindu and Muslim communities to foster cooperation and peace.
DGP Shukla emphasised vigilance, urging officers to promptly report suspicious activities. In Nagpur, additional checkpoints and quick-response teams would be deployed to monitor processions and gatherings. "Our priority is to create a safe environment for all communities to observe their rituals," the official added. Police are also leveraging technology, including CCTV surveillance, to keep a close watch on potential flashpoints.
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