PRAYAGRAJ: The Mela police for the primary time would undertake revolutionary security measures, together with vigil by underwater drones and sonar expertise, in the course of the Maha Kumbh-2025 to make the 45-day mega occasion safer for guests.
“Underwater drones can be deployed to observe the submerged areas. Within the occasion of an accident, sonar expertise can be used to detect underwater situations and retrieve valuables,” further DG (Prayagraj zone) Bhanu Bhaskar.
He mentioned the duty for each floor and underwater safety has been entrusted to the PAC and Water Police.
“Guests security stays the highest precedence for the mela police administration. To deal with potential dangers, enhanced safety can be in place on the ghats and rivers, making certain vigilance throughout each routine and emergencies,” Bhaskar added.
He mentioned with the enlargement of ghats, an 8Km lengthy deep-water barricading can be constructed inside the dual rivers to forestall any mishaps.
A water scooter brigade would additionally patrol the areas between the ghats and rivers. This brigade, outfitted with 25 water scooters, would guarantee fast response throughout emergencies.
“A funds of ₹6.25 lakh has been accepted for this goal. Moreover, two floating rescue stations can be established on the Sangam and VIP Ghats, outfitted with first assist and important tools to deal with accidents. Separate boats, together with Anaconda boats, would even be supplied to the PAC, with the tendering course of for all tools starting on Oct 1,” he mentioned.
