Fully vaccinated people are allowed at Republic Day parade: Check new guidelines

The Delhi Police have issued new guidelines ahead of the Republic Day celebrations in the national capital. The new guidelines are issued in the wake of rise in COVID-19 cases in the country. Through social media, the Delhi Police have been spreading awareness among the public regarding safety precautions during the Republic Day program.

Meanwhile, the Delhi Police have also cancelled leave of its personnel, except for medical reasons, in view of the Republic Day function, officials said.

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According to the new guidelines by Delhi Police:

• Those attending the Republic Day parade must be fully vaccinated
• Visitors are requested to bring their vaccination certificate for verification
• Children below the age of 15 years will not be allowed to attend the event
• People will have to adhere to all covid protocols, such as wearing face masks and maintaining social distancing at the Rajpath programme on January 26
• The seating blocks will open for visitors at 7 am and everyone is requested to arrive accordingly
• Since parking is limited, visitors have been advised to use carpool or taxi
• Visitors are also requested to carry a valid identity card and cooperate during security check
• There will be a provision for depositing remote-controlled car lock keys in each parking area

On Sunday, Delhi Police Commissioner Rakesh Asthana had said over 27,000 police personnel have been deployed for security duties in the national capital and anti-terror measures intensified in view of Republic Day.

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These personnel, include deputy commissioners of police, assistant commissioners of police and inspectors, sub-inspectors. Police personnel, commandos, officers and jawans of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) have also been deployed, he had said.

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On Republic Day security arrangements, Asthana had said 27,723 Delhi Police personnel including 71 DCPs, 213 ACPs and 753 inspectors have been deployed in the capital for the parade. They are being assisted by 65 companies of CAPFs.

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According to a recent order, operation of sub-conventional aerial platforms, including UAVs, paragliders and hot air balloons, over the national capital has been prohibited in view of the Republic Day celebrations.

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The order came into effect on January 20 and would remain in force till February 15.