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Pune Police Prioritize Safety Over Procession Length
26 Sep
Summary
- Safe crowd management is prioritized over shortening processions.
- Six lakh citizens utilized Metro services during the event.
- Noise pollution compliance showed improvement this year.
Pune's Police Commissioner, Amitesh Kumar, stated that the primary focus during the Ganapati immersion procession was on ensuring public safety and preventing incidents, rather than strictly shortening the event's duration. He highlighted that effective crowd management, traffic regulation, and the strategic use of technology were crucial in concluding the massive gathering without any untoward occurrences.
Significant numbers of citizens, estimated at six lakh, utilized the city's Metro services to travel to witness the immersion. The Commissioner acknowledged past attempts to shorten the procession but cautioned that rushing participants could increase the risk of stampedes. Furthermore, Kumar reported an improvement in adherence to noise pollution norms this year compared to 2025, though action would still be taken against any violators.
