Belagavi, Nov. 12 -- The police department has begun extensive security preparations ahead of the Karnataka legislature's winter session, scheduled to be held in Belagavi from December 2 to 11.

Around 7,000 police personnel and 35 Karnataka State Reserve Police (KSRP) platoons are expected to be deployed to maintain law and order during the 10-day session.

With farmers, workers and various organisations likely to stage protests and demonstrations seeking fulfilment of their demands, the police have planned elaborate security arrangements across the city. Special attention will be given to sensitive and highly sensitive locations.

City Police Commissioner Prakash Nikam has begun reviewing the arrangements and visiting key locations, inc...