Strict Vigilance Maintained by Administration in Benipur Due to Student Movement: Police Deployed Around Colleges and High Schools, SP Sakshi Kumari Inspects All Day and Situation Monitored via Drones
Benipur (Darbhanga/Local Representative): In view of student protests and the apprehension of potential unrest in the Benipur subdivision area of Darbhanga district in Bihar, the district administration remained fully alert. To prevent any untoward incident and maintain law and order smoothly, the local administration maintained strict vigilance in the area. A heavy police force was deployed around major colleges, high schools, and sensitive areas of the city. The command of this entire security operation was led personally by Superintendent of Police (SP) Sakshi Kumari, who conducted intensive inspections of various areas throughout the day and took stock of the security arrangements.
Background of the Movement and Administrative Proactiveness
In the wake of student agitations and demonstrations held over various demands in recent days, the administration was in no mood to show any laxity. The administration had received inputs that some anti-social elements could attempt to vitiate the atmosphere under the guise of the student movement.
Barricading in Sensitive Areas: A police camp-like atmosphere was witnessed at all major intersections, outside college campuses, and crowded areas of Benipur. Strict checking of incoming and outgoing suspicious vehicles and individuals was carried out.
Field Visits by Officials: SP Sakshi Kumari, along with police officials, toured every nook and cranny of Benipur. She issued clear instructions to the police personnel present on the spot that those taking the law into their hands should be dealt with strictly.
Inspection by SP Sakshi Kumari and Strict Security Arrangements
To ensure foolproof security arrangements, SP Sakshi Kumari took charge personally and assessed the ground realities.
Patrolling Near Schools and Colleges: Special surveillance was maintained around educational institutions considered centers of student agitations so that no external element could create disruption under the guise of students.
Aerial Surveillance Using Drone Cameras: To make the security arrangements modern and foolproof, drone cameras were utilized in sensitive and crowded zones. Through this aerial surveillance, a close watch was kept on every movement so that any suspicious activity could be caught immediately.
Peace Committee Appeal: The administration established coordination with local intellectuals and eminent citizens, appealing to the public to maintain peace. The administration also made it clear that strict legal action would be taken against anyone taking the law into their hands.
Impact on Daily Life and the Market
The impact of this strict vigilance maintained by the administration was also visible on the market and normal daily life in Benipur.
Alertness and Precaution: Although shops remained open and people were seen busy with their daily chores, an atmosphere of alertness prevailed among the people due to the presence and patrolling of police forces at every corner.
Parents' Concern: Seeing heavy police deployment around educational institutions, parents also appeared concerned regarding the safety of their children, though the presence of police also gave them reassurance that the situation was entirely under control.
The promptness displayed by the administration during the student movement in Benipur and this security inspection conducted under the leadership of SP Sakshi Kumari are proof that the district administration is fully prepared to tackle any situation. The deployment of drone cameras and a heavy police force ensured that the agitation remained within peaceful bounds and that the city's security and harmony were not compromised.
