Bhubaneswar: The three-day 59th DG-IG Conference concluded in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. This is the first time that the state has hosted such a high-level meeting, involving Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Amit Shah, National Security Advisor Ajit Doval, besides DGPs and IGs of all states and central agencies. Hosting the pan-India event with 85 high-profile delegates was indeed a matter of pride for Odisha, as it marked the state’s growing importance in national security discussions.
At the same time, it was a great responsibility on Odisha Police to conduct the event seamlessly even in view of threats, especially from the Khalistani separatist leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannum. As the event concluded today and the dignitaries left the capital city, Odisha Police have once again proved its mettle. Several VVIPs and delegates appreciated the efforts of Odisha Police DGP YB Khurania and his team, who worked relentlessly under the leadership of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to make this prestigious event a resounding success.
In view of the security threat from Khalistani separatist leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun, Odisha Police implemented a robust and unprecedented security measures, deploying 108 platoons of forces, including 72 platoons of state police and 36 platoons of central forces ahead of the conference.
The city was placed on high alert with intensive checks at Governor House, airports, bus stands, railway stations, and hotels. Several no-fly zones were declared in key areas of the city, including the airport, Lok Seva Bhavan, State Guest House, IPS Mess at Maitri Vihar, and roads connecting these locations. Special Forces, including Odisha’s Anti-Terror Force, and Bomb Squad, were on high alert to counter any potential threats.
The Commissionerate Police deployed personnel in critical areas to ensure smooth management of traffic and crowds during the event. Security measures were coordinated with intelligence agencies to ensure a safe environment for the dignitaries and participants.
On Sunday, the conference concluded with a detailed roadmap to strengthen India’s internal security mechanisms, with Odisha at the center of the critical discussion. At the same time, Odisha Police added another feather to its cap as the Pattapur police station was adjudged the second best police station in the country and awarded at the conference.
