BCG steps up patrols at 63 Puja mandaps in Ctg

CHATTOGRAM, Oct 19: Bangladesh Coast Guard (BCG) East Zone has strengthened security measures at 63 Durga Puja mandaps across 11 upazilas in three districts to ensure peaceful and uninterrupted celebrations.

BCG Media Officer Lieutenant Commander Sabbir Alam Sujan disclosed this on Monday afternoon.

He said the Coast Guard was carrying out security operations in line with government directives to protect religious places of worship and other important establishments, as well as public life and property, during religious festivals.

As part of the measures, Coast Guard personnel have been deployed to provide security at 63 Puja mandaps in coastal areas under the East Zone. Round-the-clock patrols are being conducted to prevent any untoward incidents during the festival.