In response to a recent stampede during the Durga Puja festivities, the Kolkata Police have taken steps to bolster security and crowd management at major event sites. Nine Indian Police Service (IPS) officers, specifically selected for their background in crowd control, have been deployed to oversee operations at high-traffic pandals. This move comes as authorities face mounting public and political pressure regarding the effectiveness of existing safety protocols.

Alongside the new personnel deployment, the Kolkata Police released an 11-point advisory aimed at their own officers. The guidelines are designed to standardize safety measures and prevent future incidents during the remainder of the festival season. The deployment and the new advisory follow widespread allegations of negligence directed at puja organizers, with critics questioning whether adequate oversight was in place before the tragedy occurred. While the police are focusing on operational adjustments to restore order, the situation remains a point of contention regarding accountability for the initial crowd management failure. The authorities have not yet released a full investigative report on the specific causes of the stampede, but the current measures signal an attempt to mitigate further risks as crowds continue to gather.