BS News Agency: Tarapeeth in Birbhum is getting ready on September 10 for the occasion of Kaushiki Amavasya. Surveillance has been intensified everywhere from the temple premises to the road connecting Rampurhat-Tarapith in view of the possibility of a gathering of lakhs of devotees. The entire area has been decorated with lights. Several special measures have also been taken by the administration and Tarapeeth Temple Committee to ensure the convenience and safety of devotees. Evening aarti on Dwarka river is returning after 10 months
One of the biggest attractions of this year's Kaushiki Amavasya is going to be the Sandhya aarti on the banks of Dwarka river. This traditional religious event is being resumed after being closed for almost 10 months. This aarti will officially start from the night of Amavasya under the initiative of Tarapeeth Temple Committee and local administration.
Tarapeeth Temple Committee President Nikhil Banerjee said that there is a plan to start the evening ritual on the banks of the Dwarka river every day.
Flower petals on devotees from the sky
This time, a new addition to Tarapeeth is the arrangement of scattering flower petals from helicopters. This initiative of scattering flower petals on pilgrims from the sky is going to be the first time at Tarapeeth. Earlier, such arrangements were seen at the Srabani Mela in Tarakeswar.
Announcement of allocation of Rs 5 crore
The state government has announced a financial assistance of Rs 5 crore for the preparation of Kaushiki Amavasya. A new service center has also been inaugurated for devotees. Keeping in mind the arrival of a large number of people, attention is also being paid to drinking water, services, security and other civic infrastructure.
Rampurhat-Tarapith road is being decorated with lights
There is eye-catching decoration work along almost the entire road from Rampurhat to Tarapith temple. The renovation and painting work of Tarapith arch has already been completed. Special lights and garlands are being installed on both sides of the road. In addition, work is underway to build a temporary stage next to the arch for cultural programs and religious meetings.
Drone surveillance on the 8-kilometer route
Birbhum District Police has further strengthened security arrangements during Kaushiki Amavasya. Surveillance will be carried out through drones on the approximately 8-kilometer road from Munsuba intersection in Rampurhat to Tarapith. CCTV surveillance has also been increased in the temple premises and the adjacent crematorium area.
The drone will monitor the crowd and traffic situation from above. In addition, CCTV cameras at ground level will be installed at important entrances and exits and intersections.
A large police force will be deployed
Thousands of police personnel will be responsible for security. In addition to women police officers patrolling on scooters, plainclothes police will also be deployed to prevent various crimes including pickpocketing. Watchtowers are being installed at important places. Drop gates and barricades will be used to control the crowd.
Iron fencing has also been installed on the banks of the river to ensure that no accidents occur during the holy bath in the Dwarka river.
Ban on entering the sanctum sanctorum and touching the idol
In addition to controlling the crowd, entry of ordinary devotees into the sanctum sanctorum of the temple and touching the idol of Maa Tara has been completely prohibited. Devotees will have to worship and pray from a certain distance.
This time, a record number of devotees are likely to gather around Kaushiki Amavasya. The administration and temple authorities aim to create a safe and orderly environment for devotees through religious rituals, lighting, and special security measures.