Special Response Battalion (SRB)-8 has intensified security measures in Barishal to ensure peaceful Durga Puja celebrations, maintain law and order and preserve communal harmony.
As part of the security drive, the battalion has inspected 75 of the 90 puja mandaps in Barishal, including 46 within the city corporation area and 44 outside it.
The security measures are being implemented in coordination with the local administration, law enforcement agencies and puja celebration committees to ensure a safe and trouble-free festival amid gatherings of devotees and visitors.
The measures include monitoring CCTV systems at puja mandaps, maintaining regular contact with volunteers, surveillance in uniform and plain clothes, using body-worn cameras and conducting special patrols.
A control room has also been set up to respond swiftly to emergencies and unexpected incidents. People can contact the battalion at 01777-710899 for urgent assistance.
Mohammad Zakiul Karim, commander of SRB-8, shared the information at a press briefing after visiting Shankar Math Temple in Barishal city.
He said ensuring the security of all citizens regardless of religion and maintaining communal harmony were among the battalion’s key responsibilities.
SRB-8 personnel were performing their duties vigilantly and responsibly to prevent individuals or groups from creating disorder during the religious festival, he added.
Limon Krishna Saha, president of Shri Shri Shankar Math Temple, and Chinmoy Das, its general secretary, were among those present at the briefing.
The battalion urged puja committee leaders, volunteers, local representatives and the public to cooperate with law enforcement agencies. People were also asked to report suspicious individuals, objects or activities promptly and refrain from spreading rumours or false information on social media.
SRB-8 said its personnel would continue to perform their duties with professionalism, dedication and sincerity to help ensure a peaceful, safe and festive Durga Puja.
