With Saradiya Durga Puja 2025 underway, Commissionerate Police has rolled out extensive security measures across Bhubaneswar and Cuttack to ensure public safety and smooth conduct of festivities.
A combined force of over 120 platoons has been deployed, supported by CCTV surveillance, tactical units, and emergency response teams.
📍 Bhubaneswar UPD Highlights:
- 193 Puja Pandals categorized into:
- Category A: 48
- Category B: 71
- Category C: 68
- Special Focus Areas:
- 24 Gold/Silver/Mukuta Pandals
- 7 Ravan Podi Sites
- 5 Mass Processions
- 7 Minabazars
- Deployment:
- 3 DCPs, 6 Addl. DCPs, 12 DSPs/ACPs, 33 Inspectors
- 172 SIs/ASIs, 38 Platoons of Police, 20 Platoons of Home Guards
- 79 Women Constables, 1 CAPF Company, 1 STU Unit
- Bomb Detection & Disposal Squad
- Support Services:
- Fire safety teams, medical unit at Traffic PS-1
- Cultural program coordination, mosque and church security
- Dedicated photo/video team at control room
📍 Cuttack UPD Highlights:
- 160 Puja Pandals categorized into:
- Category A: 68
- Category B: 37
- Category C: 55
- Deployment:
- 2 DCPs, 11 Addl. DCPs, 48 DSPs/ACPs, 69 Inspectors
- 470 SIs/ASIs, 59 Platoons of Police, 831 Home Guards
- 125 Havildars, 1132 Constables, 70 Women Constables
- 3 CAPF Companies, 1 STU Unit
- Bomb Detection & Disposal Squad
- Support Services:
- Fire safety teams, medical units, cultural venue security
- Mosque and church protection
Commissionerate Police has urged citizens to cooperate with law enforcement and celebrate responsibly. With advanced surveillance, tactical readiness, and community engagement, the Twin City is set for a safe and vibrant Durga Puja.
