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President Droupadi Murmu’s Odisha Visit, Security Tightened Ahead of August 4 Tour

Odisha Police and Indian Railways have intensified security arrangements ahead of President Droupadi Murmu's visit, including her scheduled train journey to Berhampur.

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  • President Droupadi Murmu will travel by train from Bhubaneswar to Berhampur on August 4.
  • Odisha Police have implemented a multi-layered security plan for the President’s visit.
  • Additional security personnel will be deployed along the railway route and at key programme venues.

BHUBANESWAR: The President Droupadi Murmu Odisha visit has prompted extensive security preparations across the state, with authorities putting in place enhanced measures ahead of her scheduled engagements in Cuttack and Ganjam district. A key highlight of the visit will be the President’s train journey from Bhubaneswar Railway Station to Berhampur on the morning of August 4, for which railway stations and the entire route have been placed under heightened security.

Officials said coordinated efforts are underway to ensure the President’s travel and public programmes are conducted safely and without disruption.

President Droupadi Murmu Odisha Visit Includes Train Journey

As part of her itinerary, President Murmu will travel by train to Berhampur before attending official programmes in Cuttack and Berhampur.

She is also scheduled to visit the Maa Kandhuni Devi Temple at Taptapani Hot Spring in Sanakhemundi block, where she will offer prayers before attending other engagements.

The train journey has led to additional security measures at Bhubaneswar Railway Station, along the railway corridor and at destinations included in the President’s schedule.

Multi-Layered Security Arrangements in Place

Director General of Police Y.B. Khurania said Odisha Police have completed extensive preparations for the President’s visit.

The security plan includes:

  • Multi-layered security deployment at all venues.
  • Technical inspections along the VVIP movement route.
  • Enhanced surveillance at sensitive locations.
  • Intensified railway track patrolling.
  • Additional personnel at every railway level crossing during the President’s journey.

Authorities are also identifying railway staff assigned to platform duties, with special duty passes being issued to authorised personnel to maintain strict access control and coordinated operations.

President Droupadi Murmu Odisha Visit to Be Closely Coordinated

Senior officials have been directed to ensure seamless coordination between Odisha Police, Indian Railways and the state administration throughout the President’s visit. The comprehensive security plan aims to facilitate smooth travel, efficient programme management and maximum safety during the high-profile visit to Odisha.

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