Statewide Home Guard Mobilisation for Durga Puja 2026

In preparation for the upcoming Durga Puja festivities, the Jharkhand police have launched a massive security initiative. Between 14 October and 23 October 2026, a total of 6,750 home guards will be deployed at major pandals, busy intersections and other high‑traffic venues across the region.

Final Touches in Ranchi and Other Districts

As the festival draws near, municipal authorities in Ranchi together with officials from surrounding districts are polishing pandal decorations and bolstering crowd‑control measures. Anticipating a large influx of devotees, senior police and administrative officers have authorised extra layers of protection to ward off 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. The circular mandates that commanders retain the prescribed number of home guards on standby, ready to be allocated to senior police officers as operational requirements evolve.

District‑wise Manpower Allocation

  • 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 personnel proportionate to local demand.

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 brigades will be stationed 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: Uninterrupted, Peaceful Worship

The overarching goal of the administration is to ensure that Durga Puja proceeds without disturbance, allowing devotees to offer prayers to Goddess Durga in a safe and tranquil environment.