In order to ensure an event-free visarjan across Mumbai, the fire brigade and the BMC are leaving no stone unturned to ensure public safety. It has been learnt that 160 rescue officers and firemen will be deployed at various immersion points in the city. In addition, 52 lifeguards and 150 volunteers trained by the fire brigade will also be pressed into action.

A jam-packed Girgaum Chowpatty on the occasion of Anant Chaturdashi last year. File pic