Police step up surveillance, increase picket points to manage Onam rush in Kochi city
Kochi police have significantly increased surveillance and picket points to manage the large crowds expected during the Onam festival. The initiative includes enhanced patrols and a focus on preventing crime and ensuring public safety in commercial areas.
Why it matters
Effective crowd management is critical for maintaining public order and safety during major cultural festivals in high-density urban areas.
With Kochi city beginning to witness the Onam rush, the police have stepped up safety measures, including surveillance, with a focus on festival grounds and commercial centres.
The number of control room vehicles and police picket points has been increased in view of the rush on the streets and at sales hubs, besides strengthening patrols, officials said.
“We used to have police presence in 42 picket points. Now, the number has been increased to 86. Similarly, the number of control room vehicles has been raised to 24 from 17. More picket points will be identified following a review if required,” District Police Chief (Kochi City) S. Kaliraj Mahesh Kumar said.
The official said all special units have been mobilised in view of the requirements in the coming days.
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