- Yogi govt deploys huge forces of ATS, STF and police forces ahead of Consecration Ceremony
- Every nook and corner of Ayodhya is being monitored through CCTV, AI and anti-drones
By Our Correspondent
Lucknow, January 13: The Yogi government has tightened security in Ayodhya ahead of the Ram Temple Consecration Ceremony through land, air, and water surveillance.
This involves extensive use of technology alongside the deployment of manual agencies. While the Yogi government has deployed a huge force of UP Police including ATS, STF, PAC, UPSSF in Ayodhya, it is also using technologies such as AI, anti-drone systems, and CCTV cameras to monitor activities across the city.
Additionally, NDRF contingent has been deployed along the Sarayu River and ghats. Furthermore, Ayodhya is implementing bar coding for the security of guests.
Behavioral Training being provided to forces
Ayodhya IG Praveen Kumar said that, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath’s direction, huge police forces have been deployed in Ayodhya for the Ram Mandir’s consecration ceremony. The security of the Dham has been divided into two zones, red and yellow.
He further informed that Central agencies such as CRPF and NDRF have also been stationed. Besides, cooperation of Intelligence Bureau and RAW is also being taken.
The security team includes over 100 DSPs from various districts of the state, approximately 325 inspectors, and 800 sub-inspectors. Additionally, before the main event, 11,000 personnel from the police and paramilitary forces will be deployed.
For VIP security, three DIGs, 17 SPs, 40 ASPs, 82 DSPs, 90 inspectors, more than a thousand constables, and 4 companies of PAC have been assigned.
The IG mentioned that the forces are being increased in view of the program. Moreover, emphasis is placed on better coordination between all agencies involved in security operations to avoid any lapses. Special arrangements have been made for tight rail security.
Adequate additional security personnel have been provided for GRP. The forces deployed in Ayodhya are receiving behavioral training to ensure proper interactions with devotees and guests. Furthermore, 250 police guides have been appointed to provide information about the tourist spots, while a digital tourist app will be launched on January 14.
Ayodhya equipped with 12 anti-drone systems
The Yogi government is utilizing latest technology to tighten the security in Ayodhya. In this regard, the entire city is being monitored through ITMS of Municipal Corporation, CCTV through Police, Control Room and Public CCTV. For this purpose, 1500 cameras of public CCTV have been integrated with ITMS. In the yellow zone, facial recognition AI-based big screens have been integrated with ITMS at 10,715 locations.
Additionally, arrangements for OFC-linked cameras have been made. The entire security system is making extensive use of AI technology. Furthermore, the anti-drone system is fully active.
The highly sensitive Red and Yellow zones of Ayodhya have been secured through anti-drone system. Through this, any drone flying within a radius of 5 kilometers can be located. This anti-drone system manufactured by an Israeli company is the world’s most modern technology. Through this system, any drone can be deactivated.
Moreover, the entire Ayodhya is equipped with 12 anti-drone systems, allowing monitoring of all activities on land, water, and in the air. To ensure the security of VIPs during the program without any inconvenience, bar coding is being used.
