Theni, June 11 -- Security arrangements have been put in place for the final rites of veteran filmmaker Bharathiraja in Theni district, with around 1,000 police personnel deployed to manage the expected influx of visitors, a senior police official said on Thursday.

Speaking to ANI, Deputy Inspector General (DIG) V. Sasi Mohan said that authorities have made elaborate arrangements to ensure the safety and convenience of people arriving to pay their last respects to the acclaimed director.

"We have made all necessary arrangements regarding the safety and security of the people who want to visit the place for paying final rites," the DIG said.

According to the official, access control measures have been established to facilitate the smoot...