Over 2,000 Police Personnel Deployed for Madikeri and Gonikoppa Dasara Security

Madikeri, Oct 19: Superintendent of Police Bindumani announced that the District Police have made elaborate security arrangements to ensure that no untoward incidents occur during the *Mantapa* (tableau) processions scheduled for the night of October 21 in Madikeri and Gonikoppa.

Speaking at a press conference held today at the District Police Office, she stated that for the procession in Madikeri on October 21, a total of 1,451 police personnel—comprising officers and staff—have been deployed. Additionally, 7 KSRP (Karnataka State Reserve Police) platoons and 10 DAR (District Armed Reserve) platoons have been assigned. Furthermore, 150 Home Guards will be deployed to manage traffic, maintain law and order, and assist at the sites of the ten *Mantapas*.

For the *Mantapa* procession during the Gonikoppa Dasara, 610 police officers and personnel, 2 KSRP platoons, 4 DAR platoons, and 100 Home Guards have been deployed.

**82 Additional Cameras**

In addition to the existing CCTV network, 67 new cameras have been installed in Madikeri, and 15 additional cameras have been set up in Gonikoppa. These cameras have been strategically placed at key locations. It was stated that staff will be monitoring the situation via cameras from the control room. Separate teams will be deployed in Madikeri and Gonikoppa to ensure the safety of women and children.

To assist the public in case of any difficulties, help desks have been set up at four locations in Madikeri: Gandhi Maidan, G.T. Circle, M.A. Circle, and in front of the police station. Clinical desks for emergency medical treatment will also be available at these same locations. In Gonikoppa, help desks will be situated at the bus stand and the RMC premises, the SP informed. Additionally, it was mentioned that patrolling in Gonikoppa will be conducted using seven 'Cheetah' vehicles.

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