Thane Collector Shrikrishna Panchal directed the fire brigade, police and health departments to organise 'colour rehearsals' or safety drills in every taluka to test emergency response systems and mobility during disaster situations

Governor RN Ravi administered the oath of office and secrecy to Adhikari at a grand ceremony held at the Brigade Parade Grounds; the swearing-in ceremony, held in Kolkata, was attended by several senior BJP leaders and chief ministers from BJP-ruled state