By Our Correspondent
Mahakumbh Nagar: Ensuring the safety of crores of devotees expected to participate in Mahakumbh 2025, the Yogi government has implemented robust security measures along the Ganga and Yamuna rivers, with a special focus on the Sangam area. To provide maximum protection, a large contingent of Water Police personnel has been deployed, equipped with state-of-the-art technology to monitor every inch of the sacred confluence.
Highlights
- Ultra-modern equipment deployed for security and monitoring of ‘Sangam’ during Mahakumbh
- 4,000 Water Police personnel deployed for security and surveillance of Ganga and Yamuna
- Water Police equipped with underwater drones and sonar systems for enhanced security
- Lifebuoys and FRP speed motor boats to assist in emergency situations
Advanced equipment, including underwater drones, and sonar systems, is being utilized for round-the-clock surveillance of the Sangam area. Lifebuoys, FRP speed motor boats, and other emergency response tools have also been introduced to ensure immediate action in case of emergencies. The well-trained Water Police personnel are fully prepared to handle any disaster or unforeseen situations during the event.
Around 2,500 Water Police personnel have already been deployed for shoreline security. To further strengthen safety measures, three dedicated Water Police stations have been established, functioning 24/7 to monitor the safety of devotees.
A central control room is monitoring security operations across the Mahakumbh area, supported by 17 sub-control rooms spread across the fairground. The manpower will be further increased, with an additional, 1300 Water Police personnel joining the team before the fair officially begins. This will bring the total number of Water Police personnel to 3,800, ensuring extensive security coverage throughout the event.
The Yogi government has equipped the Water Police personnel with cutting-edge technology to secure the Ganga and Yamuna riverbanks. Deep-water barricading has been implemented along an 8 km stretch, supported by two floating rescue stations, where specially trained personnel are stationed to respond swiftly to any incident.
Additionally, 11 FRP speed motor boats have been deployed for continuous patrolling of the Sangam area. The six-seater boats ensure constant vigilance and rapid response to emergencies. To provide immediate medical assistance, four water ambulances equipped with modern medical facilities have also been stationed at strategic points along the rivers.
Along with this, 25 rechargeable mobile remote area lighting systems have been installed. Furthermore, four Anaconda motorboats equipped with changing rooms have been deployed.
The Water Police personnel have been equipped with a 2 km long river line, significantly aiding in traffic control on the Yamuna River during Mahakumbh 2025. To further strengthen safety and rescue operations, they have been provided with 100 diving kits, 440 lifebuoys, over 3,000 life jackets, 415 rescue tubes, 200 throw bags with ropes, 29 tower light systems, an underwater drone, and a sonar system. These advanced tools empower the Water Police to not only safeguard the riverbanks but also monitor and ensure security across all activities taking place in the water, enhancing preparedness for the grand event.
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Mahakumbh is a big opportunity for Uttar Pradesh Water Police, PAC and SDRF. The security and monitoring of Sangam and other areas is our collective responsibility. For the safety of devotees, the government has equipped the Water Police and PAC with ultra-modern equipment and provided adequate manpower. Our goal is to ensure Mahakumbh remains 100% incident-free.
-Dr. Rajiv Narayan Mishra, Inspector General of Police In-charge, PAC Eastern Zone, Prayagraj
