India, July 12 -- As part of security arrangements for the Ashadhi Wari Palkhi procession, Pune City Police detained 89 suspects during the four-day event to prevent thefts, chain-snatching and other offences.

The annual procession of Sant Tukaram Maharaj and Sant Dnyaneshwar Maharaj was held in Pune from July 9 to July 12, drawing lakhs of devotees from across Maharashtra, other parts of the country, and abroad.

Given the religious significance of the centuries-old tradition and the large gathering of pilgrims, Pune Police deployed extensive security along the Palkhi route, halt points and other sensitive locations to ensure the procession passed off peacefully.

To prevent crimes targeting devotees, including chain-snatching and theft...