Loudspeaker row: Over 7,000 cops deployed in Nagpur, CrPC notices issued to 900 individuals

By PTI

NAGPUR: Over 7,000 policemen have been deployed in Nagpur metropolis amid the loudspeaker row triggered by MNS chief Raj Thackeray, who has informed authorities to get them eliminated atop mosques by May 4 or face the implications.

Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar, who chaired conferences with senior officers of his division in the course of the day, stated leaders of all communities have been spoken to final month as a way to preserve peace within the metropolis.

“Anti socials are being watched. Strict action will be taken against law breakers. Quick Response Team (QRT) and Riot Control Police (RCP) are on high alert. A company of the State Reserve Police Force (SRPF) will be deployed in sensitive areas,” the CP stated.

As per police, notices have been issued to nearly 900 individuals beneath Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) provisions.

They stated 1,204 temples, 233 mosques and 400 Buddha viharas are situated in Nagpur metropolis.