Panchkula, Sept. 22 -- Ahead of the Ashwin Navratri fair at the Mata Mansa Devi Temple, scheduled from September 22 to October 1, Panchkula police have deployed 972 security personnel to ensure a safe and smooth event for devotees.

DCP Srishti Gupta inspected the fairgrounds and held meetings with officials to finalise arrangements. She stated that the temple attracts a large number of devotees from Panchkula and neighbouring states, making strict security measures crucial to prevent any untoward incidents or stampedes.

DCP said that a total of 972 police personnel will be deployed, including 542 from Panchkula police, with an adequate number of female officers. An additional 430 personnel from districts like Panipat, Sonipat, Hisar, an...