Large‑Scale Home Guard Deployment for Durga Puja 2026

In preparation for the forthcoming Durga Puja celebrations, the Jharkhand police have initiated a comprehensive security drive. Between 14 October and 23 October 2026, a force of 6,750 home guards will be positioned at puja pandals, busy traffic intersections, and other high‑traffic sites throughout the state.

Final Touches in Ranchi and Across Districts

As the festival draws near, municipal officials in Ranchi and neighboring districts are completing pandal decorations and reinforcing crowd‑control measures. Anticipating a large influx of worshippers, senior police and administrative officers have sanctioned extra security layers to avert any untoward incidents.

Command Orders and Inter‑Agency Coordination

The Directorate of Home Guards and Fire Services, led by the Director General‑cum‑Inspector General, has issued detailed directives to every district commandant. These orders require commanders to keep the allotted number of home guards on standby, ready for rapid deployment to senior police officials as operational demands arise.

District‑Wise Allocation of Personnel

  • Ranchi: 600 home guards
  • Jamshedpur: 500 home guards
  • Hazaribagh: 500 home guards
  • Giridih: 400 home guards
  • Other districts—including Garhwa, Latehar, Khunti, Gumla, Chatra, Lohardaga, Simdega, Ramgarh, Koderma, Palamu, Dumka, Sahibganj, and Seraikela‑Kharsawan—will receive forces proportionate to local requirements.

This distribution is calibrated to match expected crowd densities and the logistical challenges unique to each area.

Youth Squads Augment the Effort

Alongside the home guards, specially trained youth teams will be deployed at pandals to assist with order‑keeping and guide pilgrims through congested zones. Their involvement is projected to relieve regular police units and enhance overall crowd management.

Objective: A Calm, Uninterrupted Celebration

The primary goal of the administration is to ensure that Durga Puja proceeds without disruption, allowing devotees to worship Goddess Durga in a safe and tranquil environment.