More than 32,500 armed police personnel mobilised for festival security
Summary
The Armed Police Force has deployed 28,126 personnel nationwide and kept 4,500 on standby under a special security plan for Dashain, Tihar, Chhath and other major festivals. The force has also set up assistance desks, highway emergency teams, drones and CCTV surveillance to strengthen border and public safety.
Key Points
- The Armed Police Force has launched a Special Security Plan for Festivals 2026, effective October 8.
- It has deployed 28,126 personnel nationwide and kept another 4,500 on standby for Dashain, Tihar, Chhath and other major festivals.
- The plan includes 141 public assistance desks, 16 health assistance desks, 13 tourist assistance desks and emergency response teams at 37 highway locations.
- Border security will be reinforced through joint patrols, checkpoints, 21 drones and 412 CCTV cameras at border crossings.
