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Bhiwandi Police Boost Security For Eid-e-Milad-Un-Nabi

Bhiwandi police tighten security and traffic curbs ahead of Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi procession on August 26. Community leaders assure cooperation for peaceful celebrations.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 24 August 2026 at 09:14 pm
Bhiwandi Police Boost Security For Eid-e-Milad-Un-Nabi

The Bhiwandi police have stepped up security and traffic arrangements to ensure peaceful celebrations and smooth movement of people and vehicles during the Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi procession on August 26.

A meeting of senior police officials, Muslim religious leaders, and social representatives was held under the chairmanship of Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone II) Pawan Bansod. The participants stressed the need to maintain peace, communal harmony, and law and order during the procession.

Representatives of the Tanzim Ulama-e-Ahle Sunnat Committee, along with several Muslim leaders, attended the meeting and assured the police of their cooperation in maintaining peace during the procession. They also raised concerns over potholes and the poor condition of roads along the proposed procession routes, urging the civic administration to undertake urgent repairs.

The community representatives assured the police that all possible efforts would be made to maintain peace and communal harmony during the procession. They also assured the police administration of cooperation in its efforts to curb rising crime and drug-related activities in the city.

Police officials made it clear that strict action would be taken against anyone attempting to disturb law and order. The community representatives supported the police administration's stand and assured their cooperation.

DCP Dr Pawan Bansod said that maintaining peace and law and order requires the collective efforts of people from all sections of society. He expressed satisfaction over the cooperation being extended by citizens to the police.

The Thane City Traffic Police have issued a special traffic regulation plan for Bhiwandi in view of the large Eid-e-Milad procession and the expected movement of a large number of people. According to the notification, restrictions will remain in force from 12 noon on August 26 until midnight or till the procession concludes, whichever is later.

The restrictions will cover vehicle entry, diversions, and parking on key routes. Emergency and essential service vehicles, including fire brigade vehicles, ambulances, and police vehicles, will be exempted from the restrictions.

At Ambadi Naka–Wada Road, entry of heavy vehicles heading towards Bhiwandi will be prohibited. Such vehicles will be diverted to alternative routes to ensure smooth movement of traffic.

The Bhiwandi police have appealed to citizens to cooperate with the traffic regulations and follow the instructions of traffic personnel to ensure a peaceful and smooth procession.

The Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi procession is a significant event in the Muslim calendar, and the Bhiwandi police are taking all necessary measures to ensure that it passes off peacefully. The cooperation of community leaders and citizens is crucial in maintaining law and order during the procession.

The success of the procession will depend on the collective efforts of the police, community leaders, and citizens. The Bhiwandi police are confident that with the cooperation of all stakeholders, the procession will be a success and will pass off peacefully.

In conclusion, the Bhiwandi police have taken all necessary measures to ensure a peaceful and smooth Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi procession. The cooperation of community leaders and citizens is crucial in maintaining law and order during the procession, and the police are confident that with their support, the event will be a success.

Frequently asked questions

What is the date of the Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi procession in Bhiwandi?

The Eid-e-Milad-un-Nabi procession in Bhiwandi will take place on August 26.

What are the traffic restrictions in place for the procession?

Traffic restrictions will be in place from 12 noon on August 26 until midnight or till the procession concludes, whichever is later, with exemptions for emergency and essential service vehicles.

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