AP to press 17K policemen for Krishna fete Vijayawada, Aug 5 (INN): The Andhra Pradesh Government will deploy 17,500 police personnel as part of the security arrangements for the Krishna Pushkaralu set to begin from August 12.
Revealing this to the media persons, Vijayawada Police Commissioner Gautam Sawang said that the state government was leaving no stone unturned to ensure the security and safety of the pilgrims during the 12-day river fete. About 19 IPS officers would be overseeing the security arrangements, the police commissioner said. He said that about 1300 CCTVs are being installed at the bathing ghats to ensure the safety of the pilgrims and to prevent any untoward incidents.
News Posted: 5 August, 2016
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