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Hans India
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Hans India
Odisha govt aims for an incident-free Rath Yatra, says CM Majhi
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, on Sunday, assured that the state administration has taken all the measures to ensure an incident-free Rath Yatra in the sacred town of Puri this year, which will begin on June 27. While addressing a high-level review meeting on security-related preparations held in Puri, CM Majhi has said, "Our first and only aim is to ensure an incident-free Rath Yatra event. As I was informed by the officials, all the necessary measures needed for an incident-free event have been implemented." He also added that one of the biggest prerequisites to make Rath Yatra incident-free is the deployment of adequate numbers of police force and the administration. Chief Minister Majhi said that lack of manpower must not be a reason for the foreseeable incident. The Chief Minister also highlighted that the Odisha Police will be using artificial intelligence and drone technology during the Rath Yatra, which is very important to take swift action and avoid any untoward incident. CM Majhi in his address also advised the authorities to be more vigilant during Rath Yatra, Suna Besha (Golden Attire) and Bahuda Yatra (Return Car Festival). He said that the concerned authorities have been advised to take required steps for the deployment of adequate numbers of fire services personnel and traffic personnel. "It is required to keep strict surveillance on the crowd through binoculars from watch towers and high rising buildings along the Bada Danda or grand road to avoid any unpleasant incident. The government is also mulling to deploy NSG (National Security Guard) snipers," CM Majhi added. He said that efforts will be made to stop spread of rumours to ensure that stampede-like situations don't occur during the Rath Yatra, which is expected to witness huge gathering of devotees. The Chief Minister noted that necessary steps have been taken to deal with any imminent terrorist threat during the car festival post Operation Sindoor. Chief Minister Majhi advised the authorities to lay special focus on preventing preparations of food at roadside eateries along the Grand Road to avoid fire mishaps. He also instructed the officials to ensure that the hotels on Grand Road should have fire extinguishers. Sufficient numbers of life guards and fishermen will be deployed to avoid any mishap in the sea during Rath Yatra, the Chief Minister said. The Coast Guard has been urged to remain alert and intensify patrolling to prevent any threat through sea, he added. He emphasised on aerial surveillance using helicopters during the grand Rath Yatra. CM Majhi said that in view of the favourable weather, the sacred coastal town of Puri may witness record number of devotees during the Rath Yatra this year. The Chief Minister advised the concerned authorities to deploy enough mobile hospitals and accident recovery vans on the national highways and other roads connecting to Puri. Free flowing corridors will be created on the Grand Road to ensure smooth movement of ambulance and fire services vehicles, CM Majhi said. In view of the diarrhoea situation in many parts of the state, the Chief Minister advised the district administration to ensure the devotees get fresh food and clean water.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Akshaye Khanna's ‘Akshardham: Operation Vajra Shakti' set for July 4 release
Five years after its initial OTT debut, Akshaye Khanna's action-packed drama State of Siege: Temple Attack is set to hit theatres under a new title — Akshardham: Operation Vajra Shakti. The film, directed by Ken Ghosh, will release in cinemas on July 4, 2025, bringing a gripping tale of courage, sacrifice, and national duty to the big screen. The makers announced the theatrical release with a powerful new poster featuring haunting temple pillars and the shadowy silhouette of an armed commando — symbolizing both the sanctity of the location and the bravery of the defenders. The caption accompanying the poster read, "An act of terror met with unmatched bravery. The story of courage, sacrifice, and survival comes alive in #AkshardhamOperationVajraShakti." A cinematic retelling of the 2002 terrorist attack on Gujarat's Akshardham Temple, the film captures the harrowing events and the subsequent counter-operation carried out by the National Security Guard (NSG). It serves as a standalone sequel to State of Siege: 26/11, which chronicled the 2008 Mumbai attacks. Akshaye Khanna leads the ensemble cast as Major Hanut Singh, an NSG officer. The film also stars Gautam Rode, Vivek Dahiya, Akshay Oberoi, Abhilash Chaudhary, Parvin Dabas, Samir Soni, Abhimanyu Singh, and Mir Sarwar in pivotal roles. Produced by Zee Studios and Contiloe Pictures, the film boasts a gripping screenplay by William Borthwick and Simon Fantauzzo, with Tejal Shetye handling cinematography and Mukesh Thakur on editing duties. With its intense premise and patriotic fervour, Akshardham: Operation Vajra Shakti promises to be a riveting cinematic experience that revisits one of the most tragic yet heroic chapters in modern Indian history.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Vizag city under 3-tier security blanket for Int'l Yoga Day event
Visakhapatnam: A three-tier security blanket covered the Vizag city for the International Yoga Day (IYD) event that will be held on June 21. More than 10,000 security personnel, including commandos from the National Security Guard (NSG), and armed forces have been deployed at beach road stretch in Vizag. The beach road stretch between the Naval Coastal Battery (NCB) and Park Hotel Junction, is the main venue for the event. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union ministers, chief minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and deputy chief minister K Pawan Kalyan and other VVIPs are scheduled to participate in the grand event. Vizag city police chief Shanka Brata Bagchi stated that more than 1,200 CCTV cameras are positioned to monitor the entire beach road stretch, where thousands of people are expected to perform yoga. Over 10,000 police personnel have been deployed for security duties. "A high-tech police control room has been established to oversee coordination and maintain foolproof security throughout the event, which is anticipated to see massive public participation," he added. Though the police have prohibited drones at the main and few other venues for the event, the police will use the drones at a few locations to monitor the venues from Appughar to Bheemili along the beach road.
India Today
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Today
Akshaye Khanna's OTT film revamped for theatres as Akshardham Operation Vajra Shakti
Actor Akshaye Khanna's 2021 OTT action drama 'State of Siege: Temple Attack' is all set to hit the big screens, this time under a new title - 'Akshardham: Operation Vajra Shakti'. Nearly five years after its digital premiere, the film will release in theatres on July 4, the film's theatrical release, the makers unveiled a new poster that features a haunting image of temple pillars casting the silhouette of an armed caption read, "Our salute to the Nation's Special Forces. An act of terror met with unmatched bravery. The story of courage, sacrifice, and survival comes alive in #AkshardhamOperationVajraShakti In Cinemas on 4th July, 2025. Stay tuned (sic)." Take a look at the poster: Directed by Ken Ghosh, the film is a cinematic retelling of the tragic 2002 terrorist attack on the Akshardham Temple in Gujarat and the heroic counter-operation by India's elite National Security Guard (NSG) to neutralise the movie serves as a standalone sequel to the web series 'State of Siege: 26/11', which focused on the 2008 Mumbai attacks. This new installment continues to honour India's special forces with a powerful narrative rooted in real Khanna leads the cast as Major Hanut Singh, an NSG officer. The ensemble also includes Gautam Rode as Major Samar, Vivek Dahiya as Captain Rohit Bagga, Akshay Oberoi as Captain Bibek, and Abhilash Chaudhary as the lead terrorist Iqbal. Other key roles are played by Parvin Dabas, Samir Soni, Abhimanyu Singh, Mir Sarwar, Manjari Fadnis, Chandan Roy, and Shivam film is presented by Zee Studios and backed by Abhimanyu Singh in collaboration with Contiloe Pictures. The cinematography is helmed by Tejal Shetye, editing by Mukesh Thakur, and screenplay by William Borthwick and Simon Fantauzzo.
Time of India
5 days ago
- Time of India
Vizag gears up for International Yoga Day: Security tightened, red zones declared; traffic curbs, drone bans in place
VISAKHAPATNAM: More than 10,000 security personnel, including commandos from the National Security Guard (NSG), and armed forces, are being deployed at RK Beach locality in Vizag city ahead of International Yoga Day on June 21. Vizag city is undergoing a major facelift ahead of the International Yoga Day on June 21. The Beach Road stretch between the Naval Coastal Battery (NCB) and Park Hotel Junction, the main venue for the event. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Ministers, Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister K Pawan Kalyan and other dignatoaries are scheduled to participate in the grand event. More than five lakh people will participate in Yoga on June 21 in Vizag city. Vizag city police chief Shanka Brata Bagchi said police have been keeping an eye on the security arrangements and the beach road stretch is being screened with the help of sniper dogs and bomb disposal squads. Strict protocol will be enforced at all the locations on June 21 during yoga celebrations and the police have been on the job for tight security and traffic control. We have declared a temporary red zone area in connection with the VVIPS's visit to Vizag city on June 20 and 21. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo The police have declared extensive no-drone zones across the key areas in the city. The restricted areas include, INS Dega, and surrounding 5-Kms radius, INS Chola Naval Base and premises within 5-Kms radius , RK Beach and surrounding areas (main event venue) within 5-Kms radius and the entire route from INS Chola to Andhra University Grounds and AU Helipad with 5 Kms range. The drone restrictions will be in effect from 12 pm on June 20 until 2 pm on June 21. However, drone operations will be permitted from Jodugulapalem to Bheemli areas. The police department currently operates 13 drones and has requested additional units from the government for enhanced surveillance. The police have imposed certain traffic restrictions for International Yoga Day. Police announced that there will be a complete closure of Beach Road from NTR Circle to Park Hotel Junction from June 17 to June 21. Additionally, the entire stretch of Beach Road from Park Hotel Junction to Bheemili will be closed to all vehicular traffic from June 19 to June 21 to accommodate the construction of stages. To manage the expected traffic congestion in Vizag city as part of the Yoga Day celebrations, the police asked the public to use the ASTraM mobile app, to guide and help them navigate alternative routes. The police urged residents along the beach road to use alternate pathways and assured that police personnel and district administration would provide assistance during emergencies.
