Bangladesh Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus held a meeting to review law and order, directing faster arrests in the killing of Sharif Osman Hadi, discussing security for upcoming festivals, and stressing strict maintenance of law and order ahead of national elections.
According to a release from the Lok Sabha Secretariat, in his message, Birla said: "Heartiest greetings to all on the grand festival of lights, Deepawali. I also extend my best wishes for the upcoming festivals of Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj.
In a post on social media platform X, Kejriwal shared that he met with mothers and sisters at the event and extended heartfelt wishes for Diwali and the upcoming festivals, praying for happiness, peace, tranquillity, and prosperity for all families.
District Magistrate of Sambhal Rajender Pensiya on Saturday said that Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) remains in force in the district to prevent unnecessary gatherings of more than five people and to maintain public order ahead of the upcoming festivals.
Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Bareilly AK Sahni said that the situation was "completely normal" in the city, with police engaged in foot patrolling. He informed that 10 companies of Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) have been deployed in view of the upcoming festivals.
Chairing a high-level meeting on Friday, he issued detailed guidelines to government and administrative officials regarding the smooth conduct of festivals, maintenance of cleanliness, and strengthening of law and order.
Extending his greetings for the upcoming festivals, the PM added, "These festivals happen at different parts of the country, but these show how unity is woven in the diversity of India, we must keep strengthening this feeling of unity."
Maharashtra legislative Assembly elections will be held in 288 constituencies. The Election Commission of India has yet to announce the dates for the election.