Gorakhpur (UP), Oct 11: Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Sunday directed officials to make strict security arrangements for Durga Puja and ensure smooth movement of traffic.
"Under no circumstances should traffic be disrupted during the festival. For this, discussions should also be held with Durga Puja committees so that arrangements made by each committee help ensure smooth traffic movement," he said.
On Sunday, after arriving in Gorakhpur, Adityanath met with officials at Gorakhnath temple to review preparations for Durga Puja and Dussehra, law and order, and development work, according to an official statement released here.
He placed special emphasis on ensuring a peaceful and joyous celebration of Durga Puja and Dussehra.
"Durga Puja committees should be consulted to ensure that Durga idols are not installed on roads. The number of people on roads is comparatively higher during festivals, so traffic must not be disrupted. Make a plan that ensures foolproof security while preventing any impact on traffic movement," he said.
He also directed officials to pay special attention to cleanliness during the festival.
Adityanath said officials should also meet with Durga Puja committees to ensure Durga idols and pandals are not excessively tall.
He issued directions regarding the limit on DJ volume during idol immersion after the festivals.
"DJ sound must remain within the prescribed standards so that no one faces any inconvenience," he said and instructed officials to ensure compliance.
Adityanath said where artificial ponds have been constructed, immersion should take place there. "Arrangements should ensure idols reach the immersion sites without interruption," he said.
There should be no encroachments along the routes, and any loose electrical wires or dilapidated poles should be replaced, the chief minister said and emphasised the need for effective crowd management.
During the meeting, Adityanath sought information on river water levels and enquired about relief and rescue operations for people affected by floods and heavy rainfall.
He said, "All possible assistance must be provided to flood-affected people. River water levels must be monitored continuously."
