Coordination meeting to ensure communal harmony during Durga Puja in Jamshedpur

Jamshedpur, Oct 9: In a proactive step towards ensuring the smooth conduct of Durga Puja celebrations, a meeting was organised at the office of the Deputy Commissioner with Central Durga Puja Committee officials and Muslim religious leaders today.

The meeting, which included key officials such as DC Manjunath Bhanjtri, Senior Superintendent of Police Kaushal Kishore, and Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Piyush Sinha, addressed important aspects of law and order during the festive season.

The meeting served as a platform for discussions on strategies to guarantee the peaceful completion of Durga Puja. Bhajantri emphasized the need for cooperation and communication between religious leaders and the district administration. He urged the presidents of mosques and Imams to promptly notify the district administration in case of any circulating viral videos or fake news during the Durga Puja period.

This measure, he stated, aims to prevent the spread of misinformation and to ensure that incidents were promptly addressed and mitigated.

He stressed the importance of maintaining communal harmony and urged all religious communities to come together for the successful conduct of Durga Puja. The collaborative efforts of the mosque committees were highlighted as crucial in upholding brotherhood during this festive season. The district administration expressed its commitment to providing necessary support and resources to facilitate a secure and joyous celebration of the festival.

SSPechoed the sentiments of communal harmony and outlined guidelines for ensuring the safety and security of sensitive areas in the city. Mosque committees were specifically requested to play a proactive role in fostering unity and conducting the puja festivities with a spirit of brotherhood.

 The district administration has assured that all necessary measures will be taken to maintain law and order, and citizens are encouraged to celebrate the festival with peace and harmony.

Durga Puja: Focus on safety and environmental issues

Jamshedpur, Oct 9: The district administration held a meeting with the Central Peace Committee,at the Sidhgora Town Hall today to address key issues related to safety measures and noise pollution during Durga Puja.

The meeting, presided over by Deputy Commissioner Manjunath Bhanjtri, Senior Superintendent of Police Kaushal Kishore, and Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Piyush Sinha, witnessed discussions on aspects of law and order to ensure a peaceful and secure environment throughout the festive season.

A major point of emphasis during the meeting was the strict adherence to safety measures and the prevention of noise pollution. The Central Peace Committee underscored the importance of following regulations, stating that any puja pandal found playing music after 10 pm would face immediate confiscation of the music system. This measure aims to maintain a peaceful atmosphere during late hours and prevent disturbances to residents.

The meeting was attended by Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) and various police station in-charges, along with representatives of puja committees and members of the Jamshedpur Kendriya Durga Puja Samity.

To enhance safety measures, a dedicated safety response team will be formed, comprising volunteers from puja committees, monitored by local police stations. This team will be responsible for monitoring activities at puja pandals, with fire officers from the Fire Department conducting inspections to mitigate the risk of fire hazards.

SSP Kishore stressed the importance of proper planning for parking areas near major puja pandals, addressing the growing concern of parking issues in the city. The other traffic officials were urged to formulate a plan for efficient parking arrangements.

DC urged puja committees to prioritize eco-friendly celebrations, emphasizing the need for proper disposal of idols and waste. The district administration is working in collaboration with the Jamshedpur Kendriya Durga Puja Samity to clean and develop the Subernarekha ghats for the immersion of idols in a clean environment. This initiative aligns with efforts to combat vector-borne diseases by keeping river water clean after idol immersion on Dashmi.