Siliguri, 05th November: Siliguri Metropolitan Police has stepped up preparations to ensure security and convenience for devotees during Kali Puja. As part of the preparations, Police Commissioner Syed Waquar Raza inspected several Kali Puja pandals across the city on Thursday.
During the inspection, he reviewed security arrangements, fire safety measures, electrical connections and entry and exit routes for devotees. He also issued necessary instructions to several Puja committees.
At pandals where large crowds are expected, organisers were instructed to widen exit gates and arrange additional emergency exits. They were also advised to ensure that electrical wires do not come into contact with the pandal structures.
The Police Commissioner directed the Inspectors-in-Charge (ICs) of the respective police stations to maintain regular surveillance throughout the Puja celebrations and take necessary steps to prevent any untoward incidents.
Officials from various departments of Siliguri Metropolitan Police were also present during the inspection.
