Ahead of the Braj Mandal Jalabhishek Yatra, Haryana’s Nuh district is on high alert. The government has suspended mobile internet services to prevent the spread of misinformation and ensure the peaceful conduct of the event.
Internet Suspension
- Duration: From 6 pm Sunday to 6 pm Monday
- Reason: To prevent tension, annoyance, and disturbance of public peace
- Authority: Ordered by Haryana Additional Chief Secretary (Home) Anurag Rastogi
Security Measures
- Police Arrangements: Tight security with local police, commando units, mounted police, dog squads, and bomb squads
- Surveillance: Continuous search operations and surveillance using drones and dog squads
- Checkpoints: Video recording and inspections of all vehicles entering and leaving the district
Statements from Officials
- Chief Minister: Nayab Singh Saini urged cooperation for the religious event
- Police Actions: Denied permission to cow vigilante Bittu Bajrangi to attend the yatra
Background of Previous Violence
- Last Year’s Yatra: Violence erupted during the yatra, resulting in deaths and injuries
- Incidents: Two home guards were killed, and at least 15 others injured in Nuh district a mosque was attacked in Gurugram
Analysis and Commentary
- Preventive Measures: The government’s decision to suspend internet services highlights the need for preventive measures to maintain public order.
- Religious Harmony: Emphasis on cooperation and harmony during religious events is crucial for community peace.
- Security Effectiveness: The effectiveness of the security measures will be tested during the yatra.
The suspension of mobile internet services and the deployment of extensive security measures in Nuh district reflect the government’s commitment to ensuring a peaceful religious procession. The proactive steps taken aim to prevent any repeat of last year’s violence and promote communal harmony.
