The Krishna police, who have arranged elaborate bandobust for the ongoing Masula Beach Festival, sought the opinion of tourists about the security along the Manginapudi beach on Saturday.Police personnel patrolling on and off the shore were seen alerting tourists from entering the deeper parts of the the sea. Superintendent of Police R. Gangadhar Rao visited the beach and enquired with tourists from different places about the facilities and security provided for them.The SP directed the Marine police, swimmers, Fire and the SDRF personnel to take all measures to prevent drowning. The swimmers explained to him that boats, life jackets, ropes, dragon lights and other life saving equipment have been readied.Mr. Gangadhar Rao said public addressing systems have been arranged and drones and CCTV cameras were being used to prevent crime during the beach festival.“Tight security has been arranged on the beach and enroute Manginapudi beach from Machilipatnam, particularly at night, and at the parking places” the police officers said.“Instructions have been given to conduct foot and vehicle patrolling on the beach. Security has been stepped up at the bus and railway stations and at other public places across Machilipatnam,” the SP added.Meanwhile, the SDRF and the Marine police have enhanced security on the beach as more tourists are expected to attend Masula Beach Festival on the last day on Sunday, the police said.Published - June 07, 2025 06:51 pm IST