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President Murmu to visit Gurukul Kurukshetra on Nov 1; security, traffic arrangements reviewed

Kurukshetra, Oct 19 (UNI) President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to attend a programme marking Swami Shraddhanand’s birth anniversary at Gurukul Kurukshetra on November 1, Deputy Commissioner Vishram Kumar Meena said on Monday, directing officials to complete security, traffic and emergency arrangements ahead of the visit.
Chairing a preparatory meeting at the institution, Meena said the President would also be apprised of Gurukul’s historical significance and Vedic traditions. A final rehearsal will be held on October 30.
“All preparations must be completed on time and in accordance with protocol. There should be no shortcomings on the administration’s part,” he said.
The police were directed to prepare a comprehensive security plan, deploy adequate personnel inside and outside the campus and along approach roads, and formulate a separate traffic management plan to minimise inconvenience to residents. Parking sites are to be identified in advance.
Meena directed the electricity department to ensure an uninterrupted power supply at the venue, with generators and backup arrangements in place.
The health department was asked to deploy doctors and ambulances, arrange first-aid supplies and essential medicines, and establish a temporary medical camp. Fire tenders and firefighting equipment will also be stationed at the venue.
The Public Health Engineering Department and municipal authorities were directed to ensure the availability of safe drinking water, mobile toilets, sanitation and drainage facilities. Special cleaning of the city’s main roads was also ordered.
The Forest Department was instructed to undertake cleaning, plantation and greenery-related work at the Gurukul campus, Kurukshetra University and along key routes.
Meena directed all departments to appoint nodal officers and coordinate their preparations to ensure the smooth conduct of the programme, at which the President is scheduled to be the chief guest.
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