Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:22pm on 12 Apr 2024,Friday India
Varanasi Police deployed officers dressed as priests at Kashi Vishwanath Temple to manage devotee rush, igniting controversy. Samajwadi Party's Akhilesh Yadav criticizes the move, questioning the police manual and slamming the Uttar Pradesh government. Police Commissioner Mohit Aggarwal defends the initiative, aiming to ensure positive experiences for devotees and prevent complaints of ill-treatment. Officers will adhere to a 'no-touch policy' and undergo training to maintain crowd flow. Despite intentions to enhance temple visits, the decision raises concerns about security and appropriateness, highlighting tensions between religious practices and law enforcement protocols.
