Ahead of Durga Puja and Navratri, police in the Barachatti police station area of Gaya district conducted a flag march on Saturday evening to ensure peaceful celebrations. During the march, police thoroughly inspected major markets and puja sites in areas like Sarma Bazaar, Sobh, and Gajragarh, assuring local residents of robust security arrangements.

Police Inspector and Station House Officer (SHO) Amarendra Kishore stated that continuous vigilance is being maintained to uphold law and order throughout the region during Durga Puja. Security arrangements around puja pandals and their vicinities have also been meticulously reviewed. He urged the public to celebrate the festival peacefully and harmoniously.

The SHO emphasized that the police are fully alert to prevent any disturbance or untoward incident during the festivities. Special attention is being paid to sensitive locations, and the activities of anti-social elements are under strict surveillance. Strict action will be taken against anyone attempting to disrupt peace, in accordance with the law. Police have appealed to all citizens to celebrate the festival with mutual coordination and brotherhood.