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Bihar Police Deploys Heavy Security Forces Across State for Durga Puja
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News18•17-10-2026, 23:15
Bihar Police Deploys Heavy Security Forces Across State for Durga Puja
- •Bihar Police has deployed extensive security forces across all districts to maintain law and order during Durga Puja.
- •The deployment features 34 companies of BSAP, 12 riot-control units, 11 CAPF companies, and thousands of constables and home guards.
- •Authorities report that approximately 16,800 Durga idols will be installed across the state this year.
- •Strict measures include CCTV surveillance, social media monitoring, 24-hour patrolling, and a ban on DJs along with noise limits on loudspeakers after 10 pm.
- •Peace committee meetings have been conducted, and dedicated security arrangements are in place for sensitive locations, idol immersion routes, and river ghats.
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Bihar Police has deployed 34 companies of the Bihar Special Armed Police, 12 riot-control companies, 11 companies of the Central Armed Police Force, 16,624 basic training constables, 5,100 Home Guards, and other personnel across all districts.
Bihar Police has strictly prohibited the use of DJs during the festival. Additionally, puja committees must ensure that loudspeakers operate within prescribed decibel limits and are turned off completely after 10 pm.
Around 16,800 Durga idols are expected to be installed across the state this year. This marks an increase compared to the 15,550 idols installed during the previous year in 2025.
