Enhanced Security Measures in Ghaziabad and Noida Ahead of Delhi Protests
Security has been tightened in Ghaziabad and Noida with thorough checks ahead of protests in Delhi, ensuring public safety during the festive season.
Ghaziabad, October 10 (Daily Kiran) : Security has been significantly heightened in Ghaziabad and Noida due to upcoming protests at Jantar Mantar organized by the Citizens for Justice and Peace (CJP). Heavy police presence has been deployed at the Uttar Pradesh and Ghazipur borders, with vehicle checks being conducted prior to entry into Delhi.
In an interview, Indirapuram ACP Surya Bali Maurya stated, “We have been conducting checks since yesterday, and today more than 100 personnel from civil police, traffic police, and the Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) are on duty. We are ensuring that traffic flows smoothly and that no one faces inconvenience. Our checks are based on input received, and we can increase the number of personnel if necessary.”
Shalimar Garden ACP Atul Kumar Singh added, “A protest has been called in Delhi today. As you can see, the festive season is upon us, with many festivals approaching. Following orders from senior officials, we have deployed barriers and additional forces to ensure security checks and bolster public confidence in safety.”
Singh further mentioned that coordination with Delhi police is ongoing. “We are sharing information based on the inputs we receive. Checks are being conducted at OYO hotels, and police presence is maintained in public areas.”
Noida’s ADCP Abhay Kumar Mishra reported that Section 163 of the BNS Act has been enforced in the district to maintain public order. Continuous monitoring is being conducted to ensure compliance throughout the area.
In Shahdara district of Delhi, DCP Rajendra Prasad Meena noted that all staff are on alert in light of the CJP protests. “We have set up seven border pickets connecting to Ghaziabad, with the Apsara border picket being the most critical. Necessary staff have been deployed here, including local officers, traffic department personnel, and additional forces,” he stated.
