AHMEDABAD — Gujarat Police has implemented stringent security measures for the
Coldplay concert at the Narendra Modi Stadium, scheduled for January 25 and 26
in Ahmedabad.
With lakhs of fans expected to attend the event, the British
rock band’s performance will witness one of the most robust security
arrangements in recent times.
An official said that over 3,800 police personnel have been
deployed, along with a specialised contingent from the National Security Guard
(NSG).
“In addition, more than 400 CCTV cameras have been installed
to ensure round-the-clock surveillance of the venue and its surroundings,” he
said.
He added that police teams equipped with metal detectors
will be stationed at entry points, and plainclothes officers will be present
for discreet monitoring.
The concert at the Narendra Modi Stadium is scheduled to
kick off at 5:30 PM and conclude by 10 PM. To further strengthen the
arrangements, a significant number of women police personnel have been assigned
duties at various checkpoints and entry gates, ensuring safety and support for
all attendees.
Senior police officials, including Ahmedabad Police JCP
Neeraj Kumar, confirmed the deployment of specialised teams such as the Crime
Branch and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF).
They said that quick response teams have also been mobilised
to handle emergencies, while bomb detection squads, comprising 10 dedicated
teams, will carry out proactive checks to prevent any untoward incidents.
"The NSG contingent will maintain a constant watch to
ensure that no security lapses occur during the event," said an official,
emphasising the importance of foolproof arrangements given the anticipated
crowd size.
In anticipation of medical emergencies, medical and
paramedical teams have been stationed at strategic points around the stadium.
These teams are prepared to handle any health-related contingencies during the
event.
Ahmedabad Police Commissioner G.S. Malik also conducted a
security rehearsal at the Narendra Modi Stadium, inspecting all arrangements to
ensure readiness for the concert.
Security measures extend beyond the venue, with metro
stations and nearby public areas receiving enhanced surveillance.
On January 24 evening, Coldplay's official Instagram handle
treated fans to a behind-the-scenes glimpse of Chris Martin’s arrival in
Ahmedabad. The video, shared via Instagram Stories, captures a back shot of the
band’s frontman riding a pillion on a scooter down an empty street.
As the scooter accelerates, Chris can be heard exclaiming,
“What the heck!” The caption accompanying the video read, “Arriving in
Ahmedabad.”
In another post, Coldplay shared a front-angle photo of
Chris sporting a casual look in a black T-shirt, olive green shorts, and white
sneakers, seated on the white scooter.
