Pune Police have made comprehensive arrangements to ensure a peaceful and incident-free Ganesh immersion procession.
With the immersion set to begin on the morning of Tuesday, September 17, and expected to last until Wednesday afternoon, over 7,000 police officers will be deployed across the city for security purposes.
CCTV cameras will be used extensively to monitor the movement of suspects and ensure swift action in case of any suspicious activity.
In addition to regular police personnel, specialized teams from the Crime Branch, Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad, Rapid Action Force, and State Reserve Police Force will be on standby to handle any emergencies.
To prevent crimes like the harassment of women, chain snatching, and mobile theft, dedicated police teams will be stationed at key points. Police officials are also conducting thorough inspections of lodges and hotels in the city to maintain law and order.
In a bid to ensure public safety, all liquor shops in the city will remain closed on September 17 and 18 until the conclusion of the immersion procession.
Vehicular movement will be restricted in the central parts of Pune, with major roads and internal streets being closed off. However, in case of emergencies, dedicated routes will be kept open for ambulances and fire services to ensure quick access to any location. Vehicles outside the city center will have alternative routes available for their movement.
The Pune Police has also launched the ‘My Safe Pune’ app to assist the public during the immersion event. The app provides real-time updates on parking spaces, police help centers, pedestrian routes, immersion procession routes, closed roads, and ongoing updates related to the Ganesh immersion.
Preventive measures have been put in place to avoid any public disturbance. Loudspeakers will be permitted only until midnight on September 17, and all sound systems must adhere to prescribed decibel levels.
Additionally, flammable substances are strictly prohibited in the procession, and the use of firecrackers in public spaces, streets, and hospital areas is banned.