CM Vijay’s First Flag-Hoisting at Fort St George Under 5-Tier Security Cover

Ahead of the 80th Independence Day celebrations, five-tier security arrangements have been put in place across Fort St George and surrounding areas in Chennai. Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay is scheduled to hoist the national flag at Fort St George on Saturday and deliver the Independence Day address.

Following the orders of Chennai City Police Commissioner A Amalraj, extensive security measures have been implemented in and around Fort St George to ensure the smooth and safe conduct of the celebrations.

Five-Tier Security at Fort St George

Additional Commissioners Kapil Kumar C Saratkar (North), KS Narendran Nayar (South) and B Shamoondeeswari (Traffic), along with joint commissioners, deputy commissioners, assistant commissioners, inspectors and other police personnel, have been assigned special security duties.

As part of the Independence Day security arrangements in Chennai, additional police teams have been deployed at several sensitive and high-footfall locations.

These include:

- Chennai Airport
- Railway stations
- Bus terminals
- Bus and Metro stations
- Shopping malls
- Beaches
- Places of worship
- Locations frequently visited by VIPs

Intensive checks and surveillance are being carried out at these locations as a precautionary measure.

Hotels and Lodges Under Surveillance

Police personnel are also conducting searches at hotels and lodges across Chennai as part of the security arrangements. Authorities have urged members of the public to immediately inform the police if they notice any suspicious persons or unattended vehicles.

Vehicle Checks and Increased Patrolling

Police patrolling has been intensified across the city using both four-wheelers and two-wheelers. Barricades have been installed at key locations to facilitate thorough vehicle checks.

Police personnel have also been deployed at major junctions to maintain continuous surveillance and monitor traffic movement.

The extensive security measures are aimed at ensuring the peaceful conduct of the 80th Independence Day celebrations at Fort St George and the Chief Minister`s flag-hoisting ceremony.