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Kalyan Police Boost Security Ahead Of Ganeshotsav

Kalyan police conduct route march, enhance security for Ganeshotsav. Police presence increased in key areas.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 12 September 2026 at 09:24 pm
Kalyan Police Boost Security Ahead Of Ganeshotsav

The Kalyan police have intensified security measures ahead of the upcoming Ganeshotsav festival, conducting a route march across key areas of the city on Saturday evening.

The route march, which began at 6 pm from Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Udyan, covered several busy market stretches and key junctions, including Mohammad Ali Chowk, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk, and Gandhi Chowk.

Assistant Commissioner of Police (Kalyan Division) Ashok Honmane led the exercise, which saw the participation of 13 police officers, 72 police personnel, 32 newly inducted police personnel, 42 State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) personnel, and 20 Home Guards.

The security drill was aimed at reinforcing police visibility, assessing security preparedness, and ensuring effective crowd management during the festival. The march also allowed personnel to familiarise themselves with the route and assess points that could require additional attention during peak festival hours.

Ganeshotsav is expected to draw large crowds across Kalyan, making police presence and preparedness in densely populated and commercially active areas crucial. The police have been reviewing arrangements in advance to ensure that celebrations pass off smoothly while maintaining public safety and law and order across the city.

The route march covered areas under the jurisdiction of two police stations, Mahatma Phule Chowk and Bazaar Peth, and concluded at around 6.40 pm at Lal Chowki. The deployment included two CRM mobile units, two Peter mobile units, and two beat marshal teams.

The Kalyan police are taking all necessary measures to ensure a safe and peaceful Ganeshotsav celebration. With the festival approaching, the police are working to prevent any potential disruptions and maintain law and order in the city.

The security preparations for Ganeshotsav are part of a broader effort by the Kalyan police to enhance public safety and security in the city. The police are working closely with local communities and stakeholders to ensure that the festival is celebrated without any incidents.

In the coming days, the Kalyan police will continue to review and refine their security arrangements to ensure a successful and peaceful Ganeshotsav celebration.

The festival is an important event in the city's cultural calendar, and the police are committed to ensuring that it is celebrated safely and securely.

The enhanced security measures are a testament to the police's commitment to maintaining law and order in Kalyan, and their efforts to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all residents and visitors during the festival.

Frequently asked questions

What is the purpose of the route march conducted by Kalyan police?

The route march is aimed at reinforcing police visibility, assessing security preparedness, and ensuring effective crowd management during the Ganeshotsav festival.

Which areas were covered during the route march?

The route march covered busy market stretches and key junctions, including Mohammad Ali Chowk, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Chowk, and Gandhi Chowk, under the jurisdiction of two police stations, Mahatma Phule Chowk and Bazaar Peth.

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