The Delhi Police has placed the national capital on high alert ahead of Republic Day celebrations, deploying more than 30,000 personnel across the city as part of an extensive, multi-layered security arrangement, officials said on Sunday, reported news agency PTI.

Of the total deployment, around 10,000 police personnel have been stationed in the New Delhi district, which includes the ceremonial parade route and several high-security zones. Authorities said the focus remains on ensuring seamless security along the Kartavya Path and surrounding areas, which are expected to witness heavy footfall during the celebrations.