Hyderabad city police is ramping up its efforts to maintain peace and harmony during the upcoming religious gatherings of Ganesh immersion and Milad-un-Nabi. They are conducting the Chabutra Mission in sensitive areas of the Old City and holding meetings with organizers from both communities to ensure there are no communal tensions and to keep an eye on troublemakers. The Old City, once known for communal violence, has seen significant changes in recent years due to friendly policing by the city police and residents.
Police officers are working late nights for the Chabutra Mission, barricading areas, and questioning youngsters to prevent any unpleasant incidents. The Commissioner has also held coordination meetings with representatives from various government departments to discuss security arrangements for the festivals. The police chief has instructed officers to remain vigilant until the festivals conclude peacefully.
A senior police officer emphasized the need for peaceful celebrations of both Ganesh festival and Milad-un-Nabi, stating that the combined efforts of the majority can effectively counter any attempts to disrupt peace. The DCP South Zone advised youth not to venture out unless it was an emergency during night hours. Some youngsters have been carrying medicine with them and using it as an excuse when stopped by the police.
In recent days, police personnel have been chasing away youth who are loitering unnecessarily. In one instance, several individuals claimed they were on their way to buy medicine when caught by the police. The Hyderabad Police Commissioner recently visited City Security Wing and City Armed Reserve units to review the security aspects and deployment readiness of the police personnel.
Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi has appealed to citizens to maintain peace and harmony during the festivals of Milad-un-Nabi and Ganesh Immersion on September 28.
