Kathmandu deploys 3,500 police for Dashain, Tihar and Chhath
Summary
Kathmandu police will deploy 3,506 personnel across the capital during Dashain, Tihar and Chhath to prevent crime, accidents and other festival-related risks. Sensitive areas, crowded markets, temples and transport hubs will get extra patrols, CCTV surveillance, drones and passenger help desks.
Key Points
- Kathmandu police have prepared a special security plan for Dashain, Tihar and Chhath, deploying 3,506 personnel across the capital.
- Religious sites, busy commercial areas, malls, jewellery shops, offices and ATMs have been marked as sensitive locations.
- Police say they are preparing against theft, pickpocketing, robbery, counterfeit currency, drink-driving, firecracker accidents and other festival-time crimes.
- Passenger help desks will be set up at major transport points including Kalanki, Koteshwar, Gaushala, Gongabu Bus Park and Nagdhunga.
