Minister reviews security via CCTVs for Dasara festivities in Vijayawada
On October 12, 2026, Andhra Pradesh Home Minister Vangalapudi Anitha inspected security measures for Dasara festivities in Vijayawada. She examined CCTV footage from various locations, assessed security atop Indrakeeladri, and reviewed waiting halls, queue lines, prasadam counters, annadanam, and parking areas. DCP K.G.V. Saritha informed the Minister that around 70 analytical cameras and drones were deployed to monitor crowds at different sites.
DCP Traffic Shareen Begum briefed Anitha on traffic measures to ensure smooth movement. DCP (Crimes) K. Krishna Prasanna stated that AI-based cameras, police pickets, and patrolling had been intensified to prevent criminal activities. The Home Minister directed the NTR Commissionerate and Krishna district police to be vigilant and ensure foolproof arrangements for the safety of the President and other VIP visitors during Dasara and Vijayawada Utsavams.
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