Pashupati under tight Teej security: Drones, CCTVs, 2,500 policemen deployed
Summary
Pashupatinath Temple is seeing a huge Teej crowd as police deploy drones, CCTV cameras and more than 2,500 personnel to manage security and crowd control. Women devotees across Nepal are observing Haritalika Teej with fasting, worship and cultural celebrations.
Key Points
- Police said the security situation in the Pashupati area remained normal as devotees lined up early for Haritalika Teej worship.
- More than 2,500 police personnel have been deployed in two shifts, supported by CCTV cameras, drones, plainclothes officers and rescue teams.
- Around 9,000 devotees had entered the temple by 7 am, while about 3,000 more were waiting in line.
- The government has declared a public holiday for women today to mark the Teej festival.
