Bhubaneswar Police Tighten Security at Puja Pandals with CCTV & Plainclothes Officers

As the festive season approaches, the Commissionerate Police in Bhubaneswar has announced heightened security measures across puja pandals.

Organisers have been instructed to install CCTV cameras, while plainclothes officers will be deployed to monitor crowds and prevent crimes such as chain-snatching.

Special attention will be given to areas identified as vulnerable during past festivals, with increased patrolling and surveillance.

Police will also circulate photos of habitual offenders and crack down on forced donation collection.

Continuous vigilance, including CCTV coverage and personnel deployment, will remain in place throughout the celebrations to ensure public safety.