Puri, Aug. 5 -- Odisha Police's integrated security strategy, technology-driven surveillance and community participation played a key role in the successful conduct of the annual Rath Yatra 2026 in Puri, Inspector General of Police, Central Range, Odisha, Satyajit Naik said on Wednesday.

Speaking to reporters, Naik said the Rath Yatra was not only a religious festival but also one of the most complex recurring public events, requiring extensive planning, coordination and public service.

He said the successful management of the festival demonstrated how modern policing, supported by technology, administrative coordination and disaster preparedness, can ensure a safe and smooth experience for millions of devotees.

"For the Odisha Police,...