Archive · 16 Aug 2025
Delhi Police Announce Security for Janmashtami at Laxmi Narain Temple
The Delhi Police are setting up extra security for people going to the Laxmi Narain Temple for the Janmashtami festival.
Everyone will need to enter through a specific entrance and go through metal detectors.
They're asking people to help the security staff to keep everyone safe.
Things like bags, phones, and food aren't allowed inside the temple.
You'll have to take off your shoes before entering, but the temple has places where you can leave them.
Delhi Police announced security arrangements for Janmashtami celebrations at Laxmi Narain Temple.
Entry to the main temple will be from Mandir Marg only, accessible from Kali Bari Marg or Peshwa Road.
Security will include door frame metal detectors (DFMDs) at the main gates.
Visitors are urged to cooperate with security personnel.
Prohibited items include handbags, electronics, and food packets.
- Who
- Delhi Police and devotees.
- What
- Delhi Police announced arrangements for Janmashtami celebrations.
- When
- August 16.
- Where
- Laxmi Narain Temple (Birla temple) in New Delhi.
- Why
- To ensure safety and manage crowds during the Janmashtami celebrations.
- Event
- Janmashtami celebrations
- Location
- Laxmi Narain Temple (Birla temple)
- Entry point
- Mandir Marg
- Access roads
- Kali Bari Marg or Peshwa Road
- Security measures
- DFMDs at gates
- Prohibited items
- Handbags, electronics, food