Security arrangements in Punjab have been tightened ahead of Independence Day. The police have issued a high alert by conducting flag marches and Cordon and Search Operations (CASO) throughout the state. On August 15th, Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will unfurl the tricolor in Faridkot, while cabinet members will preside over the ceremony in other districts.
Independence Day: Security has been completely reinforced in Punjab before August 15th. A high alert has been implemented throughout the state's 28 police districts through flag marches and CASO operations. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will unfurl the national flag in Faridkot, while the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, ministers, and other officials will preside over the Independence Day celebrations in various districts. This step has been taken to prevent potential threats and increase public confidence in security.
Statewide Security Tightened
Ahead of Independence Day on August 15th, Punjab Police has tightened security throughout the state. All field units have been placed on high alert, and flag marches have been conducted in the state's 28 police districts. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will unfurl the national flag in Faridkot on August 15th, while his cabinet members will preside over Independence Day celebrations in various districts.
Security Ensured Through Flag Marches and CASO
On the instructions of DGP Gaurav Yadav, flag marches and Cordon and Search Operations (CASO) were conducted simultaneously in all districts of the state, particularly in sensitive areas. Special DGP Arpit Shukla stated that the purpose of these operations is to increase public confidence and prepare to deal with any untoward incidents.
CASO were deployed in crowded places such as railway stations, bus stands, markets, malls, and parks. During this time, more than 1,500 personnel were deployed in 250 teams. Police personnel have also been instructed to be polite and cooperative during search operations.
Outline of Independence Day Programs
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann will unfurl the tricolor in Faridkot. Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan will preside over the ceremony in Ferozepur, Deputy Speaker Jai Kishan Rori in Fazilka, Finance Minister Harpal Cheema in Rupnagar, Energy Minister Aman Arora in Ludhiana, Social Justice Minister Baljit Kaur in SBS Nagar, and Industry Minister Sanjeev Arora in Sangrur.
Enhancing security throughout the state on the occasion of Independence Day maintains public confidence. Through flag marches and CASO operations, security forces are fully prepared to deal with potential threats.
