Indore Police Tighten Security For Navratri, India-West Indies Match; AI Cameras, Shakti Patrols And Traffic Diversions Planned

Indore police chief, Santosh Kumar Singh, convened a meeting with senior officials to finalize security plans for the forthcoming Navratri festival and the India-West Indies cricket match. Attendees included Additional CPs for Crime & HQ, Law & Order, along with DCPs, ACPs, and police station in-charge personnel.

The security focus was on crowd control, vigilance, and ensuring safety at Garba venues. This involved deploying adequate police force at major temples and high-traffic zones, along with AI-enabled facial recognition cameras to identify known offenders. Organizers were required to obtain permits for Garba venues, adhering to safety protocols, including functional CCTV, medical kits, fire safety equipment, and adequate private volunteers.

Women's safety was prioritized with dedicated Shakti Mobile units patrolling near Garba venues, temples, and markets. Strict measures were planned against harassment and eve-teasing, with legal action to be taken against offenders. Police stations were instructed to meet with local peace committees for community harmony and regularly monitor social media to counter rumors or inflammatory content.

For the India-West Indies cricket match at Holkar Stadium, comprehensive security arrangements were made for players, officials, and spectators. Traffic diversions, designated parking zones, and public advisories for alternate routes were planned to prevent congestion around the stadium. The police chief stressed that officers would personally inspect arrangements in their districts, emphasizing zero tolerance for negligence in public safety, women's security, and traffic management.