DJs would not be allowed during the Durga Puja celebrations in the State capital, said Commissioner of Police Sudhansu Sarangi reviewing preparations for the Puja on Wednesday.
Sarangi called a meeting of senior police officials and puja committees of the city to discuss the safety and security measures and other preparations.
The Durga Puja would begin from October 5. While the Mahashtami is on October 6 and Dussehra on October 8, immersion of the goddess idol would take place on October 9.
He stressed on installation of CCTV cameras at prominent puja pandals as part of security arrangement.
Besides, three members of each puja committee would be imparted training on security measures. The committees were also asked to install fire extinguishers at the puja pandals for safety.
He also informed that the ‘Ravana Podi’ would be held at five places in the city.