Lagatar24 Desk
Ranchi: In view of the upcoming Bakrid festival, the Jharkhand Police Headquarters has ordered a significant reinforcement of security across the state. A total of 5,500 additional personnel, including armed and baton-wielding forces, are being deployed across all 24 districts to maintain law and order and prevent any untoward incidents.
Special Vigil in Sensitive Districts
Districts like Giridih, Hazaribagh, Palamu, Jamshedpur, and Ranchi have been marked as sensitive, and security has been intensified accordingly. These additional forces will remain on duty from June 6 to June 8, covering the entire duration of the Bakrid celebrations.
District-wise Deployment of Additional Forces:
Ranchi: 1,200 personnel
Hazaribagh: 800
Jamshedpur: 440
Giridih: 600
Sahibganj: 600
Lohardaga: 210
Palamu: 130
Bokaro: 135
Dhanbad: 135
Koderma: 110
Chaibasa: 110
Dumka: 110
Chatra: 100
Khunti: 100
Godda: 60
Deoghar: 60
Ramgarh: 60
Simdega: 60
Latehar: 60
Seraikela: 60
Gumla: 60
Pakur: 60
Jamtara: 60
Garhwa: 90
The state police are also coordinating closely with intelligence and local administration to ensure peaceful celebrations across communities. Authorities have urged the public to cooperate and report any suspicious activities to maintain harmony during the festival.