Police Commissioner Mohit Agarwal, while talking to the media that elaborate arrangements have been made for a major public outreach programme during the visit.
Also, the Prime Minister is scheduled to address a gathering of more than 50,000 women under the `Nari Shakti Vandan` programme at around 4:30 pm at the BLW ground in Varanasi.
He further added, “Given the prevailing heat conditions, special measures such as installation of water coolers and misting systems have been put in place at the venue to ensure the comfort of attendees,” as per IANS.
Meanwhile, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Varuna Zone), Pramod Kumar, said stringent security measures have been enforced across the city in view of the Prime Minister’s visit.
He also added, “More than 700 women police personnel have been deployed, keeping in mind the large participation of women in the event,” as per IANS.
Kumar also highlighted that the security grid includes advanced anti-drone systems, extensive CCTV surveillance, and multi-layered deployment of security personnel to ensure a safe and smooth programme.
PM Modi likely to visit Kashi Vishwanath Temple
Officials also indicated that on the second day of his visit, the Prime Minister is likely to visit the iconic Kashi Vishwanath Temple to offer prayers. There is also a possibility of an unannounced roadshow of approximately 12 kilometres, for which administrative preparations are underway, as per IANS.
The visit is being seen as significant in terms of both development initiatives and political outreach, as Varanasi continues to remain a focal point of the Prime Minister’s constituency engagements.
(With inputs from IANS)