Punjab Police Deploy 5,000 Personnel, Drones for Hola Mohalla Security at Sri Anandpur Sahib

February 27, 2026

Anandpur Sahib: Ahead of the three-day Hola Mohalla festival from March 2 to 4, 2026, Punjab Police have finalized elaborate security arrangements at Sri Anandpur Sahib.

Special Director General of Police (Law and Order) Arpit Shukla reviewed preparations during a coordination meeting with DIG Rupnagar Range Nanak Singh and SSP Rupnagar Maninder Singh.

The entire festival zone has been divided into 12 sectors, with around 5,000 police personnel deployed to ensure a safe and seamless experience for lakhs of devotees.

Drones, CCTV and Advanced Surveillance Systems

Advanced technology will play a key role in managing crowds and strengthening security:

Six drones for live aerial surveillance

200 CCTV cameras, including PTZ systems

ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) systems on key approach roads

These systems will monitor city entry points and major congregation areas throughout the festival

Three-Layer Barricading at Charan Ganga Stadium

For the first time, authorities will implement a three-layer barricading system at Charan Ganga Stadium to ensure better crowd regulation and prevent congestion.

Parking, Shuttle Services and QR-Based Guidance

To facilitate devotees, 21 parking zones have been earmarked with colour-coded routes for smooth traffic flow. Authorities have arranged:

100 e-rickshaws

50 mini-buses operating 24×7 shuttle services

A QR-code based information system will help pilgrims access details about parking, shuttle services, hospitals, and other essential facilities.

Festival Reflects Spirit of Chardhikala

Hola Mohalla, celebrated on the sacred land of Sri Anandpur Sahib, symbolizes the Chardhikala spirit of Punjabis and the Sikh community, attracting devotees from across India and abroad.