Security Tightened Ahead of Filmfare Awards

Security measures have been tightened in Guwahati ahead of the arrivalof the Bollywood stars for the 65^th Filmfare Award to be held onFebruary 15 at Sarusajai Stadium.

Addressing a press conference jointly by Commissioner of Police and DCPTraffic, it has been said that security in hotels and programme venue has beenarranged for the safety of the artists'. "This is a grand ceremony for thestate and to make the show a success, preparations have been made for thesafety and security of the actors. We have also taken measures so that thecommon public doesn't face any harassment during the mega award show," saidCommissioner of Police.

The DCP, Traffic said that 400 buses could enter into the SarusajaiStadium on February 15 and no vehicles will be able to enter into the awardvenue. "We have arranged for 7,200 passes for the vehicles. The vehicles whichwill come from Lokhra side will move to Khanapara after dropping the audiencein the venue," the DCP said.

The DCP said that the audience will have to enter the venue before 3.45pm. There will be 27 parking allotments for the audience and CCTV cameras havebeen installed and there will be restrictions in the entry at National Highway31 from 3 pm on Saturday till 4 AM on Sunday.

The DCP further informed that the Assam Police have also arranged extraforce for the security purpose during the award ceremony.

Restrictions have also been imposed on carrying bags and purse into the venue.