Security tightened across Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal ahead of Eid al-Adha
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- •Uttar Pradesh has deployed over 5,000 police personnel in Lucknow alone ahead of Eid al-Adha.
- •West Bengal has mobilized 12,000+ police officers, supported by CRPF and BSF, during the festival.
- •Animal markets in both states will close after sunset; drones and CCTV surveillance have been increased.
- •Special control rooms and bomb disposal squads are active in West Bengal, especially in Kolkata and Murshidabad.
- •Authorities have banned vehicular movement near major prayer sites to prevent stampedes and ensure safety.
- •Social media monitoring has been intensified to prevent the spread of misinformation or hate speech.
- •Chief Ministers Yogi Adityanath and Mamata Banerjee have personally supervised security arrangements in their respective states.
Security forces across two major Indian states—Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal—have placed themselves on high alert ahead of Eid al-Adha, also known as Bakra Eid, which falls on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. In a coordinated effort, state police and central agencies have strengthened surveillance and deployed additional personnel to ensure smooth and safe celebrations.
