VARANASI, July 25 -- Ahead of the holy month of Sawan, around 5,000 police personnel, 50 deputy superintendents of police (SP) and five senior officers will be deployed across Varanasi to ensure foolproof security for the lakhs of devotees expected to visit the holy city to offer prayers at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple.

The holy month of Sawan will be observed from July 30 to August 28 this year.

Nearly 70% of Varanasi will remain under CCTV surveillance, with additional security measures in place at the Kashi Vishwanath Temple. The city has also been divided into 5 zones and 15 sectors to ensure foolproof security for the lakhs of pilgrims expected during the holy month, commissioner of police (CP) Mohit Agarwal said after inspecting ar...