As Odisha’s budget session approaches on Tuesday, Bhubaneswar police executed an intensive security mock drill to bolster defenses. The exercise meticulously evaluated the readiness to handle emergencies, strengthening inter-agency collaboration and operational protocols.
Commissioner Suresh Dev Datta Singh highlighted the drill’s role in delivering uninterrupted security. Implementing a standard three-layer setup, teams practiced deployment at assembly gates, the central building, hall interiors, and nearby high-risk zones. Plainclothes personnel will blend into crowds for vigilant monitoring.
Involving seven operational squads and 30-plus officers, the rehearsal assessed communication systems, coordination dynamics, and emergency reactions. Intelligence reviews prompted heightened alerts at strategic locations.
With the Governor’s opening address in focus, enhanced protocols include comprehensive perimeter scans and strict access controls. Authorities are confident in maintaining order throughout the proceedings.
Opposition outfits, including BJD and Congress, plan aggressive scrutiny of government policies, particularly paddy procurement irregularities. A pre-session Congress huddle in the assembly premises mapped out tactics to spotlight societal grievances and demand accountability.