3-Tier Security Net For Budget Session Of Odisha Assembly Beginning Tomorrow

Bhubaneswar: With the budget session of Odisha Assembly slated to begin on Thursday, Director General of Police (DGP) Y B Khurania reviewed the security arrangements on Wednesday to ensure a smooth and secure conduct of the proceedings.

A comprehensive three-tier security system will be in place during the session, with significant deployment of force across key locations, the police chief said.

Around 30 platoons of police personnel, including female officers, will be deployed around the Assembly premises. Additionally, 100 senior officers will oversee the security arrangements on the ground. The Special Tactical Force has also been mobilised to handle any unforeseen situations, the DGP said.

While massive deployment will be made at Lower PMG, a critical area near the Assembly, traffic movement will also be regulated, with several roads around the State Assembly being sealed to ensure safety and order.

The security review meeting was attended by senior police officials, including Twin City Commissioner of Police S. Dev Datta Singh, who discussed the finer details of the arrangements.

The third session of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly will commence with an address by Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati, followed by the motion of thanks on the Governor’s speech. This Budget Session, which will span 28 business days, is scheduled to continue till April 5 in two phases.