"The Lieutenant Governor directed the Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendents of Police to personally visit important religious places and implement all necessary measures to ensure smooth and peaceful conduct of the auspicious occasion," the statement said.

He also stressed on ensuring seamless coordination by all concerned departments for the upcoming festivals.

The Lieutenant Governor directed officials to take detailed measures for water and power supply, medical facilities, fire and emergency services, sanitation and hygiene.

He also stressed on elaborate security arrangements, traffic and crowd management, designating proper parking areas, regular market checks and ensuring availability of essential commodities at regulated prices in the markets.

The Lieutenant Governor directed the Divisional Commissioners and Relief Commissioner to work in close coordination for a pleasant experience for the devotees during the Mata Kheer Bhavani Fair.

The Lieutenant Governor also directed the concerned Deputy Commissioners to conduct an on-the-spot assessment of the facilities at the temple, besides identifying the requirements of any additional services for the comfortable stay of the devotees.

"Taking stock of the arrangements for transportation of pilgrims, the Lieutenant Governor directed the concerned authorities to take necessary measures," the statement said.

"He also directed the officials to make arrangements to deal with any vagaries of weather during the fair so that the pilgrims do not face any inconvenience," it said.