Bhubaneswar: Elaborate security arrangements have been put in place for Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan’s visit to Odisha, with around 150 police officers and 45 platoons of security personnel to be deployed across Bhubaneswar and other designated locations, a senior police officer said on Sunday.
Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Saravana Vivek M said security has been strengthened at all venues and along the routes scheduled to be taken by the Vice President during his visit.
“Senior police officers have been mobilised, and around 150 officers and 45 platoons of force will be deployed for security duties. Special arrangements have been made along the routes through which the Vice President will travel. Two venues have been identified for his engagements—one at a private hotel, where an orientation programme will be held, and the other at a university. All necessary security arrangements have been made at both locations, keeping in view the importance of the VIP visit,” the DCP said.
As part of the preparations, a security briefing and rehearsal for police personnel were conducted at the Reserve Police Ground in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. Senior officers briefed the personnel and issued specific instructions regarding security protocols, deployment and coordination.
Elaborate arrangements have also been made for traffic regulation, parking management, the Vice President’s motorcade and alternative routes to ensure smooth movement and minimise inconvenience to the general public.
The Vice President is scheduled to arrive in Bhubaneswar on Monday at 9.15 am. During his visit, he will inaugurate an orientation programme for MLAs at the Odisha Legislative Assembly.
Later, he will travel to Sri Sri University in Cuttack to inaugurate its iconic tower.
Police have urged commuters to follow traffic advisories and cooperate with the authorities to ensure the smooth conduct of the Vice President’s visit.
