To kickstart Durga Puja prep, Commissionerate Police held a meeting on 05.10.2023 at CP Headquarters, Bhubaneswar. Attendees included Hon'ble Minister Shri Ashok Chandra Panda, the Commissioner & Additional Commissioner of Police, Hon'ble MLA Dr. Arabinda Dhalli, Sri Suresh Ku. Routray, Sri Ananta Narayan Jena, Sri Sushanta Ku. Rout, and 300+ Medha Committees' representatives along with 40 IICs from various Police stations. Discussions focused on safety (CCTV, electrical work, fire safety), clear public road access, sound regulations, fireworks, and more. Approx. 183 Medhas/Pandals will adorn the city this year.