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NDTV
3 days ago
- NDTV
Snipers On Rooftops. AI-Powered Cameras: Puri Turns Fortress For Rath Yatra
Puri: The seaside pilgrim town of Puri on Wednesday turned into a fortress with around 10,000 security personnel deployed for the annual Rath Yatra celebrations of Lord Jagannath on June 27, police said. Besides, over 250 Artificial Intelligence-enabled cameras have been installed in various places in the town for surveillance, a police officer said. The security personnel, including those of central armed forces, participated in a rehearsal to prepare themselves to handle the lakhs of devotees who will arrive in the town from every nook and cranny of the country and abroad to get a glimpse of the trinity, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath. The deities come out of the 12th-century shrine to mingle with devotees cutting across caste, creed and religion once a year. As this year's Rath Yatra celebration will be held post-Pahalgam terror attack, security arrangements have been made keeping different aspects in view, a senior police officer said. "An Integrated Command and Control Room has been set up in Puri for the first time. Around 275 AI-enabled CCTV cameras have been installed along the route between Uttara Chhak and Puri town and between Puri and Konark. The live visuals from these cameras will be monitored round the clock," Odisha Director General of Police (DGP) Y B Khurania said after giving the final touch to the security arrangements made for the mega festival. Khurania said the AI powered surveillance system will keep watch on traffic movements, crowd surge and help security personnel make a prompt decision and face emergencies in case any happens. Sub-control rooms have also been set up at key locations, the DGP said. For the first time, NSG (National Security Guard) snipers have also been deployed on the rooftops of buildings given the threat assessment, while anti-drone technology and police-operated drones will also be in use for aerial surveillance, the DGP said, adding that anti-sabotage teams, bomb squads, dog squads are also in place. The 10,000 security personnel deployed for the festival comprises Odisha Police and eight companies of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF). To ensure full proof security on sea front, arrangements have been made with deployment of Odisha's Marine Police, Coast Guard, and Indian Navy, he said. A real-time chatbot application has also been launched to assist visitors with information on parking availability, route maps, and directions to vacant parking spaces, Khurania said. Expecting congregation of around 15 lakh people on the day one and two of the festival, DGP Khurania emphasised that priority will be given to proper service and security of the devotees. "Extensive arrangements have been made for the orderly darshan of the devotees. Experienced police officers have been deployed for Rath Yatra duty," he said. The Director of Intelligence R P Koche said since the Shri Jagannath Temple is located in a high-security zone, its importance increases significantly during the Rath Yatra. Besides, special security arrangements have been made for Sri Gundicha Temple and the three chariots, Koche said. The Additional Director General (ADG) of Police (Modernisation), Soumendra Priyadarshi, said appropriate arrangements have been made to control the crowd. ADG (Law and Order) Sanjay Kumar said that the cooperation of the officers/staff of the police administration is essential for the orderly completion of the Rath Yatra. Shree Jagannath's Rath Yatra will begin on June 27 and end on July 8 with deities returning to the main shrine
Hans India
3 days ago
- Hans India
Puri turns into fortress for Rath Yatra
Puri: These aside pilgrim town of Puri on Wednesday turned into a fortress with around 10,000 security personnel deployed for the annual Rath Yatra celebrations of Lord Jagannath on June 27. Besides, over 250 Artificial Intelligence-enabled cameras have been installed at various places in the town for surveillance. The security personnel, including those of Central Armed Forces, participated in a rehearsal to prepare themselves to handle lakhs of devotees who will arrive in the town from every nook and cranny of the country and abroad to get a glimpse of the trinity, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath. The deities come out of the 12th-century shrine to mingle with devotees cutting across caste, creed and religion once a year. As this year's Rath Yatra celebration will be held post-Pahalgam terror attack, security arrangements have been made keeping different aspects in view. 'An Integrated Command and Control Room has been set up in Puri for the first time. Around 275 AI-enabled CCTV cameras have been installed along the route between Uttara Chhak and Puri town and between Puri and Konark. The live visuals from these cameras will be monitored round the clock,' Odisha Director General of Police (DGP) Y B Khurania said after giving the final touch to the security arrangements made for the mega festival. Khurania said the AI-powered surveillance system will keep watch on traffic movements, crowd surge and help security personnel make a prompt decision and face emergencies. Sub-control rooms have also been set up at key locations, the DGP said. For the first time, NSG (National Security Guard) snipers have been deployed on the rooftops of buildings given the threat assessment, while anti-drone technology and police-operated drones will be in use for aerial surveillance, the DGP said, adding that anti-sabotage teams, bomb squads and dog squads are also in place. The 10,000 security personnel deployed for the festival comprises Odisha Police and eight companies of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF). To ensure foolproof security on sea front, arrangements have been made with deployment of Odisha's Marine Police, Coast Guard and Indian Navy, he said. A real-time chatbot application has also been launched to assist visitors with information on parking availability, route maps and directions to vacant parking spaces, Khurania said. Expecting congregation of around 15 lakh people on day one and two of the festival, DGP Khurania emphasised that priority will be given to proper service and security of the devotees. 'Extensive arrangements have been made for the orderly 'darshan' of the devotees. Experienced police officers have been deployed for Rath Yatra duty,' he said. The Director of Intelligence, R P Koche, said since Shri Jagannath temple is located in a high-security zone, its importance increases significantly during the Rath Yatra. Besides, special security arrangements have been made for Sri Gundicha temple and the three chariots, Koche said. The Additional Director General (ADG) of Police (Modernisation), Soumendra Priyadarshi, said appropriate arrangements have been made to control the crowd. ADG (Law and Order) Sanjay Kumar said the cooperation of the officers/staff of the police administration is essential for the orderly completion of the Rath Yatra. Shree Jagannath's Rath Yatra will begin on June 27 and end on July 8 with deities returning to the main shrine.
The Hindu
4 days ago
- The Hindu
Puri Rath Yatra to be held under AI-enabled cameras, NSG snipers to watch from rooftops
'The seaside pilgrim town of Puri on Wednesday (June 25, 2025) turned into a fortress with around 10,000 security personnel deployed for the annual Rath Yatra celebrations of Lord Jagannath on June 27,' police said. 'Besides, more than 250 Artificial Intelligence-enabled cameras have been installed in various places in the town for surveillance,' a police officer said. The security personnel, including those of Central Armed Forces, participated in a rehearsal to prepare themselves to handle the lakhs of devotees who will arrive in the town from every nook and cranny of the country and abroad to get a glimpse of the trinity, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath. The deities come out of the 12th-century shrine to mingle with devotees cutting across caste, creed and religion once a year. 'As this year's Rath Yatra celebration will be held post-Pahalgam terror attack, security arrangements have been made keeping different aspects in view,' a senior police officer said. "An Integrated Command and Control Room has been set up in Puri for the first time. Around 275 AI-enabled CCTV cameras have been installed along the route between Uttara Chhak and Puri town and between Puri and Konark. The live visuals from these cameras will be monitored round the clock," Odisha Director General of Police (DGP) Y.B. Khurania said after giving the final touch to the security arrangements made for the mega festival. Puri Rath yatra: East Coast Railway announces special trains Mr. Khurania said the AI powered surveillance system will keep watch on traffic movements, crowd surge and help security personnel make a prompt decision and face emergencies in case any happens. 'Sub-control rooms have also been set up at key locations,' the DGP said. 'For the first time, National Security Guard (NSG) snipers have also been deployed on the rooftops of buildings given the threat assessment, while anti-drone technology and police-operated drones will also be in use for aerial surveillance,' the DGP said, adding that anti-sabotage teams, bomb squads, dog squads are also in place. The 10,000 security personnel deployed for the festival comprises Odisha Police and eight companies of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF). 'To ensure full proof security on sea front, arrangements have been made with deployment of Odisha's Marine Police, Coast Guard, and Indian Navy,' he said. 'A real-time chatbot application has also been launched to assist visitors with information on parking availability, route maps, and directions to vacant parking spaces,' Mr. Khurania said. Puri Jagannath temple urges devotees not to consume 'Mahaprasad' on dining tables Expecting congregation of around 15 lakh people on the day one and two of the festival, DGP Khurania emphasised that priority will be given to proper service and security of the devotees. "Extensive arrangements have been made for the orderly darshan of the devotees. Experienced police officers have been deployed for Rath Yatra duty," he said. The Director of Intelligence R.P. Koche said since the Shri Jagannath Temple is located in a high-security zone, its importance increases significantly during the Rath Yatra. 'Besides, special security arrangements have been made for Sri Gundicha Temple and the three chariots,' Mr. Koche said. The Additional Director General (ADG) of Police (Modernisation), Soumendra Priyadarshi, said appropriate arrangements have been made to control the crowd. ADG (Law and Order) Sanjay Kumar said the cooperation of the officers/staff of the police administration is essential for the orderly completion of the Rath Yatra. Shree Jagannath's Rath Yatra will begin on June 27 and end on July 8, 2025 with deities returning to the main shrine.
Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Hindustan Times
Puri Rath Yatra to be held under AI-enabled cameras, NSG snipers to watch from rooftops
Puri, The seaside pilgrim town of Puri on Wednesday turned into a fortress with around 10,000 security personnel deployed for the annual Rath Yatra celebrations of Lord Jagannath on June 27, police said. Puri Rath Yatra to be held under AI-enabled cameras, NSG snipers to watch from rooftops Besides, over 250 Artificial Intelligence-enabled cameras have been installed in various places in the town for surveillance, a police officer said. The security personnel, including those of central armed forces, participated in a rehearsal to prepare themselves to handle the lakhs of devotees who will arrive in the town from every nook and cranny of the country and abroad to get a glimpse of the trinity, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra and Lord Jagannath. The deities come out of the 12th-century shrine to mingle with devotees cutting across caste, creed and religion once a year. As this year's Rath Yatra celebration will be held post-Pahalgam terror attack, security arrangements have been made keeping different aspects in view, a senior police officer said. "An Integrated Command and Control Room has been set up in Puri for the first time. Around 275 AI-enabled CCTV cameras have been installed along the route between Uttara Chhak and Puri town and between Puri and Konark. The live visuals from these cameras will be monitored round the clock," Odisha Director General of Police Y B Khurania said after giving the final touch to the security arrangements made for the mega festival. Khurania said the AI powered surveillance system will keep watch on traffic movements, crowd surge and help security personnel make a prompt decision and face emergencies in case any happens. Sub-control rooms have also been set up at key locations, the DGP said. For the first time, NSG snipers have also been deployed on the rooftops of buildings given the threat assessment, while anti-drone technology and police-operated drones will also be in use for aerial surveillance, the DGP said, adding that anti-sabotage teams, bomb squads, dog squads are also in place. The 10,000 security personnel deployed for the festival comprises Odisha Police and eight companies of Central Armed Police Force . To ensure full proof security on sea front, arrangements have been made with deployment of Odisha's Marine Police, Coast Guard, and Indian Navy, he said. A real-time chatbot application has also been launched to assist visitors with information on parking availability, route maps, and directions to vacant parking spaces, Khurania said. Expecting congregation of around 15 lakh people on the day one and two of the festival, DGP Khurania emphasised that priority will be given to proper service and security of the devotees. "Extensive arrangements have been made for the orderly darshan of the devotees. Experienced police officers have been deployed for Rath Yatra duty," he said. The Director of Intelligence R P Koche said since the Shri Jagannath Temple is located in a high-security zone, its importance increases significantly during the Rath Yatra. Besides, special security arrangements have been made for Sri Gundicha Temple and the three chariots, Koche said. The Additional Director General of Police , Soumendra Priyadarshi, said appropriate arrangements have been made to control the crowd. ADG Sanjay Kumar said that the cooperation of the officers/staff of the police administration is essential for the orderly completion of the Rath Yatra. Shree Jagannath's Rath Yatra will begin on June 27 and end on July 8 with deities returning to the main shrine. This article was generated from an automated news agency feed without modifications to text.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Film Body Urges PM Modi To Cancel Diljit Dosanjh's Passport Over Hania Aamir Casting In Sardaar Ji 3
FWICE urges PM Modi to cancel Diljit Dosanjh's passport, blacklist Sardaar Ji 3 team over casting of Pakistani actor Hania Aamir post-Pahalgam attack. The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has called for strong action against actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh and the makers of his upcoming Punjabi film Sardaar Ji 3 for featuring Pakistani actor Hania Aamir in the cast. The film body has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, demanding that Dosanjh, along with producers Gunbir Singh Sidhu, Manmord Sidhu, and director Amar Hundal, be blacklisted from the Indian film industry. It also asked for their passports to be revoked and Indian citizenship cancelled. The move comes after the film's trailer revealed that Hania Aamir, known for her roles in Pakistani dramas, plays a part in the horror comedy. The film is set to release overseas only. FWICE issued a strong statement, saying: 'The Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) expresses its strongest condemnation and absolute outrage against actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh, Gunbir Singh Sidhu, Manmord Sidhu and Director Amar Hundal who have brazenly insulted the Indian film industry and disrespected national sentiment by hiring Pakistani actress Ms. Hania Aamir for their upcoming film Sardaar Ji 3… We respectfully urge that their passports be revoked without delay, and that they be permanently barred from availing any rights, privileges, or representation associated with Indian citizenship and national identity." The film body called this casting choice 'a shameful betrayal of our country and its people," especially in the wake of the recent Pahalgam terror attack. They alleged that the inclusion of Aamir was in direct violation of their ban on Pakistani artists. FWICE further described Hania Aamir as a 'vocal propagandist against India," accusing her of mocking the Indian armed forces and defending acts of terrorism after Operation Sindoor. On Tuesday, FWICE also submitted appeals to the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting and the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), asking them to deny Sardaar Ji 3 a release certificate in India. The controversy has sparked fresh debate over industry collaborations with artists from across the border, especially during heightened tensions. First Published:
