Now, organisers have to install CCTVs during large gatherings

SHILLONG, Aug 30: Political parties and organisers of religious gatherings and other events have been directed to install CCTVs by the East Khasi Hills district administration to monitor the movement of people and to keep a contingency plan ready to deal with accidents, according to an order.
The order has been issued ahead of the festival season, and the 2023 assembly elections, which is due early next year.
“The organisers will monitor the movement of people by installing CCTV at various locations of the venue and liaise closely with security personnel on duty,” the order issued by East Khasi Hills Deputy Commissioner Isawanda Laloo said.
Shillong is the headquarters of East Khasi Hills as well as the state capital.
The directive was issued to avoid accidents involving a large number of people.
“To ensure the safety of all visitors at such events, the advisory is hereby issued for all types of organisations, including government, non-government, academic, religious institutions, sports associations, political organisations, event managers and planners, etc for due compliance,” the order stated.
The district administration also said that sports events and music concerts should be displayed on giant screens in various locations to regulate and control the inflow of crowds to a single venue.
The DC also advised that the construction of makeshift galleries for accommodating the people may be avoided to prevent its collapse.
If there is at all a need to construct galleries, it should be vetted by a reputable firm/engineer, the order said.
For such bigger events, a help desk, first-aid, and an ambulance facility should be made available and the information on the proper mapping of entry and exits be made available to the people in advance.