The national capital has been fortified as it prepares to celebrate the 80th Independence Day on August 15. Delhi Police and security forces have beefed up surveillance and intensified checks across the city.
Delhi Traffic Police digitally maps parking near Red Fort
The deployment of police personnel has been increased with forces being stationed at strategic points. The security forces are also carrying out intensified checks at entry and exit routes of the national capital. In a unique initiative, the Delhi Traffic Police has digitally mapped seven designated parking sites near the Red Fort . The police has collaborated with Google Maps and Mappls to ensure that visitors and dignitaries attending the Independence Day celebrations can navigate and access the parking facility without any hassle. the Mappls app will generate QR codes for each site While the seven parking locations have been mapped on Google Maps. Visitors can scan the QR codes to locate their designated parking lot. The Delhi Traffic Police has shared the details of the parking on its official X handle. Visitors will undergo screening using metal detectors, with women being screened by female police personnel. Rooftop surveillance, anti-sabotage checks, QRTs and special traffic arrangements have also been deployed. Five fire tenders and five ambulances will remain stationed at venues.
Gurugram Police have deployed around 4,500 personnel and set up 11 major checkpoints across the district ahead of Independence Day to ensure security, traffic management and public safety. Faridabad Police have similarly established 11 interstate checkpoints to screen suspicious vehicles and individuals.
