New Delhi: Delhi Police has intensified security measures across major markets and metro hubs ahead of festivals with senior cops, including police commissioner Satish Golcha, joining the patrol teams on the ground. Over 25,000 cops and para-military personnel have been deployed to ensure fool-proof anti-sabotage measures. CCTV surveillance has also been deployed to deter any potential threats. Police brass is closely coordinating with the intelligence agencies to develop and verify every input and are issuing alerts accordingly. While the police chief patrolled the streets on Saturday night, special commissioners (law and order) and joint CPs inspected the security arrangements at key markets on Sunday night and Monday. “The focus is to ensure strong police presence, boost public confidence and maintain vigilant security across key markets, malls, religious sites and other high-footfall areas,” said special CP Madhup Tewari. He, along with joint CP Deepak Purohit, inspected security arrangements at Sarojini Nagar and other markets that have been witnessing heavy crowds. Joint CP Purohit said the South-West district police has strengthened checking, patrolling, picket deployment and surveillance at all sensitive locations. Police have urged the public to report any suspicious person, object or activity by calling 112. Additional personnel, including women police officers, have been deployed in plain clothes and uniform to keep a close watch on suspicious activities. Over two dozen Quick Response Teams (QRTs) and foot patrols are also being deployed in markets and busy localities. Special CP Ravindra Singh Yadav said that special attention is being given to securing key landmarks such as the Red Fort, as well as high-footfall areas like Paharganj. “Under-vehicle scanners, temporary barriers and signage are also being set up in congested zones to streamline pedestrian movement and prevent any untoward incidents,” he added. Police officers have asked shopkeepers to stay alert and inform the beat officers about any suspicious elements. The market associations have been urged to cooperate in implementing safety protocols, including regulating entry and exit points, deploying additional security personnel and conducting awareness drives for shopkeepers and visitors.
