In order to ensure incident free kanwar yatra , security across the national capital has been intensified with over 5,000 police personnel and around 50 paramilitary companies deployed to ensure a smooth and safe pilgrimage. Apart from drones, high tech cameras have been installed at highly sensitive points of the route.
Special security arrangements have been made for temple areas and designated Kanwar camps, where pilgrims rest and perform rituals, the official added. According to a senior police officer, drones and cameras are also being used for surveillance.
City government officials said 265 camps have been registered so far—more than double last year’s number—following the implementation of a Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme to support all Kanwar committees, regardless of size.
“We have made adequate security arrangements, especially along the Kanwar Yatra route,” said a senior officer, adding, “Our main focus is on maintaining law and order. Traffic management is also a major concern. We aim to ensure smooth vehicular movement while facilitating the pilgrims.”
“PCR vans, quick reaction teams (QRTs) and ambulances have been strategically stationed. Separate police teams have been tasked with addressing potential threats and monitoring suspicious activities throughout the week-long religious gathering,” the officer added. All SHOs have been directed to stay in regular contact with local camp organisers to ensure adherence to safety protocols and guidelines.
Due to the movement of Kanwarias and the setup of roadside camps, traffic congestion is expected in several areas including NH-8 (Dhaula Kuan to Rajokri Border), Najafgarh Firni, Rohtak Road, Pankha Road, Dev Prakash Shastri Marg, Nangloi-Najafgarh Road and Outer Ring Road.
Delhi Traffic Police has implemented special measures to segregate the movement of Kanwarias and general traffic. Devotees and commuters are urged to follow traffic rules and police instructions. Traffic violations will be monitored through on-spot prosecution and video surveillance. As per a Delhi Police advisory, heavy transport vehicles will be diverted by UP Police from Mohan Nagar towards NH-24 and will not be allowed to move via Bhopura or Apsra Border.
Pertinently, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Monday said no nuisance will be tolerated during Kanwar Yatra, days after glass shards were found scattered along a stretch of the yatra route in Shahdara. Gupta warned against creating any obstacle in the yatra and said that her government is committed to providing facilities to kanwariyas.
“There were glass shards found scattered on a Kanwar Yatra stretch for around 400 metres. No nuisance will be tolerated. If any security hurdle or obstacle is created in Kanwar Yatra, the person will have to answer the government.
“The government will ensure a fully secure and comfortable Kanwar Yatra for Shiv bhakts (devotees). We will give full facilities and welcome kanwariyas,” she said .
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