70 paramilitary companies, 15k cops to be deployed for Republic Day in Delhi

Over 70 paramilitary companies and over 15,000 police personnel will be deployed across the capital for Republic Day celebrations, an official announced on Friday.

The city will be monitored via drones and CCTV surveillance, with cyber-specialist officers overseeing operations, according to a senior police officer.

“Multi-layered security arrangements are already in place. There are six layers of checking and frisking, along with multi-layered barricading. Thousands of CCTV cameras, including those equipped with Facial Recognition Systems (FRS), have been installed in the New Delhi district,” the officer stated.

Additionally, vehicles equipped with FRS systems will also be deployed, the officer said, adding that these cameras are connected to a database for instant identification of criminals. “Delhi Police is fully prepared to handle any situation,” he added.

Police teams are conducting mock drills in coordination with multiple security agencies, ensuring robust security with the deployment of paramilitary forces and police personnel in the capital.

District DCPs have been thoroughly briefed on security arrangements. Police officers will stay on high alert and immediately report any suspicious activities, the officer said.

Approximately 4,000 rooftop security points have been identified in New Delhi, North, and Central districts as part of the security measures, another officer informed.

Republic Day parade attendees will receive security stickers, and around 500 high-resolution AI-enabled cameras with FRS are being installed along the parade route and surrounding areas.

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“DCPs of New Delhi, Central Delhi, and North Delhi have conducted detailed route surveys, anti-sabotage checks, and enhanced vigilance in high-footfall zones. Special routes, drone monitoring, and CCTV surveillance will ensure law and order,” the officer said.

A special meeting was also held with the security staff of hotels and malls to ensure their preparedness, he added.

(With inputs from PTI)