Kanpur Test: Elaborate Security Measures for India-Bangladesh Clash
India-Bangladesh Test Match in Kanpur: Elaborate Security Arrangements in Place
Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh: Elaborate security arrangements have been implemented for the upcoming second Test match between India and Bangladesh, scheduled to take place at the International Green Park Stadium in Kanpur from September 27.
To ensure the safety of the teams and spectators, an FIR has been filed against 20 members of the Akhilesh Bhartiya Hindu Mahasabha for allegedly obstructing traffic and organizing a protest outside the stadium on Monday. The protest was held to condemn alleged atrocities against Hindus in Bangladesh.
Kanpur’s Additional Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), Harish Chander, stated that a comprehensive security plan has been devised for the arrival of the Indian and Bangladeshi cricket teams on Tuesday evening. The plan includes the deployment of adequate police personnel, including senior officers, to maintain order and prevent any untoward incidents.
“We are leaving no stone unturned in our security arrangements and are confident of receiving sufficient police force to meet the requirements,” Chander said.
Coordination is ongoing with central and state agencies, including the Intelligence Bureau (IB) and the state Intelligence, to monitor potential threats and respond swiftly. The Green Park Stadium and Hotel Landmark have been divided into sectors, zones, and sub-zones, with DCP, additional DCP, and ACP rank officials assigned to each area.
Traffic diversions have also been implemented in the vicinity of the stadium to facilitate smooth movement of vehicles and spectators.
The FIR against the Hindu Mahasabha members includes charges of unlawful assembly, rioting, disobeying orders, and obstructing public ways. The accused include Rakesh Mishra, Vikas, Atul, Jaydeep, Vikas Gupta, Prashant Dheer, Ajay Rathore, Ashish, Brajesh, and approximately 10 unidentified individuals.