Gurugram, Nov. 6 -- At least 4,300 police personnel have been deployed across Gurugram to ensure security during Diwali, with 53 special teams formed to prevent the illegal sale, storage and transportation of firecrackers, police said on Thursday.

Additional security arrangements have been made at markets, shopping malls, railway stations and other crowded places, with increased patrolling to prevent theft, harassment and other criminal activities.

Police said the 53 special teams, functioning under the supervision of deputy commissioners of police (DCPs), assistant commissioners of police (ACPs) and station house officers (SHOs), would enforce restrictions on firecrackers.

Under the district administration's directions, only approved ...