Ahead of the upcoming festivals, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has said festivals of all religions and communities have been held in a peaceful and harmonious atmosphere during his government’s eight-year tenure so far. Important festivals like Chaitra Navratri, Ram Navami, Eid-ul-Fitr and Baisakhi are lined up over the next two weeks. Chairing a meeting to review the law and order situation in the state ahead of the festive season, Yogi Adityanath said this is a sensitive time and strict action should be taken against those spreading anarchy. During festivals, processions will be taken out, and fairs will be held in many places, the chief minister said. This is a sensitive time in terms of law and order. Therefore, the administration to remain constantly alert and cautious. Those who issue mischievous statements should be dealt with strictly with a zero-tolerance policy, he said. He directed officials to ensure that roads are not obstructed due to religious activities. Additional police force should be deployed to demarcate sensitive areas. Foot patrolling by police should be increased and PRV 112 should be active, he said. Yogi Adityanath also asked officials to monitor social media, and hold meetings of peace committees and take the help of the media to maintain harmony. A large number of people will come to Ayodhya on Ram Navami and to Vindhyavasini Dham, Devi Patan Dham and Shakumbhari Dham in Saharanpur and Sitapur on the occasion of Chaitra Navratri, he said. Chief Minister underlined that all necessary facilities should be provided by the government during festivals. He also asked officials to ensure proper arrangements for cleanliness, hygiene and drinking water on the occasion of Eid.
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