The Guyana Police Force says it will come out in full force tomorrow and Saturday to provide security for Diwali activities.
Special focus will be on the Saturday night Diwali celebration in Alexander Village, Georgetown, where a serious approach will be taken towards all perpetrators of crime and activities aimed at disrupting the celebrations.
The Force is expected to turn out in large numbers and will show zero tolerance towards those wishing to mar the festivities.
No motor vehicles will be allowed within the immediate environs of the Alexander Village Mandir beyond 17:00 h on Saturday.
The area will be closed to vehicular traffic.