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As it struggles with security worries around the historic open-air event, the French government said on Tuesday that visitors will not be permitted to watch the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics for free beside the Seine River. Instead, free admission will be by invitation only.

A lavish opening ceremony was scheduled for July 26 for up to 600,000 spectators, the majority of whom would watch for free from riverbanks. However, due to security and logistical issues as well as a protest from the city’s charming quays’ booksellers, the government has gradually lowered its goals.

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The total number of spectators was lowered to about 300,000 earlier this year. 104,000 of them will be paying ticket holders with spots along the lower riverbanks, while 222,000 will watch for free from the upper banks, according to Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin’s announcement on Tuesday.

However, he stated that the free tickets would be invitation-only and not be made accessible to the general public through open registration as had been previously planned.

This implies that regular Parisians and visitors from other countries will not be able to register for free entry. citizens of or to cities or areas hosting Olympic activities, and other people selected by the organizers or their partners. Ministry protocol prohibited the officials’ names from being made public.

After that, those who were invited will have to go through security checks and get QR codes to get past security obstacles.

For instance, according to Darmanin, local town councils are able to invite “their employees, kids from local soccer clubs, and their parents.” According to an Interior Ministry official, communities might “diversify” access by providing spots to those with disabilities or in need, and sports federations could invite foreigners as part of their quotas.

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According to the official, the purpose of the modification was not to penalize tourists, and the Games are still more accessible than they have been in a number of years. An further 200,000 spectators are anticipated from within riverfront apartments or buildings, and roughly 50,000 from fan zones, according to Darmanin.

The people behind Paris 2024 declined to comment on the change, referring inquiries to the government. According to Darmanin, the decision was taken with input from the organizing committee, local authorities, and President Emmanuel Macron.

Darmanin stated that intelligence services had not discovered a specific plot aimed at the Olympics, despite France being on high alert. However, he acknowledged that there are other possible risks, such as cyberattacks from Russia or other enemies, violent environmental protestors, extreme right-wing organizations, and Islamic extremist groups.

France experienced deadly attacks in 2015-16 linked to the Islamic State group, targeting public venues like the Bataclan concert hall, and has experienced occasional extremist violence since then.

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Intelligence services are examining 1 million individuals for Paris 2024, with 280 rejected due to police records or security issues out of 89,000 already conducted.

The Olympics opening ceremony will be held outside a stadium in Paris, with around 10,500 athletes navigating the city on boats along a 6-kilometer route.

Around 160 heads of state are expected to attend a 3½-hour ceremony in Paris, and the government will close all airports and airspace within a 150-kilometer radius.

Foreign police and 45,000 security force members will be deployed around Paris for the event, with discussions ongoing on boarding boats with athletes and carrying arms.

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The government has yet to hire 10% of the private security personnel requested for the Olympics and Paralympics, according to Darmanin.

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DTC to start electric buses from 3 Delhi ISBTs to Noida airport by May end

The buses will start and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to be operational by May By the end of May, the Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) plans to begin operating electric buses from the Capital to the soon-to-be Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar, according to officials. The buses will begin at.

Delhi’s three Inter State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) — Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan — and currently serve Greater Noida and Jewar, even though the airport is probably not going to meet the May deadline to be operational The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to launch.

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Electric bus services connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to enhance connectivity between the national capital and the new airport, providing a March 2025, DTC and NIA signed operate thesesustainable and efficient mode transportation for.

Key Features of the Service

  • Routes and Terminals: The electric buses will operate from three major ISBTs in Delhi: Maharana Pratap ISBT at Kashmere Gate, Swami Vivekanand ISBT at Anand Vihar, and Veer Hakikat Rai ISBT at Sarai Kale Khan. Initially, these buses will serve areas in Greater Noida and Jewar, catering to the March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these demand for public transport in these regions.
  • Memorandum of Understanding (MoU): In March 2025, DTC and NIA signed an MoU to operate these bus services, formalizing the collaboration between the two entities The fleet will consist of air-conditioned, low-floor electric buses equipped with modern amenities, including GPS tracking, CCTV cameras, panic buttons, and broad aisle spaces to accommodate luggage. These features aim to ensure.
  • Commuters passenger safety and comfort during transit While the exact fare amounts are yet to be finalized, discussions are ongoing in consultation with the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (Yeida), which manages the Jewar area. The authorities aim to establish a cost-effective fare structure for commuters The bus services will initially be deployed on a pilot basis. Depending demand.

Additional Considerations

  • Infrastructure Development: A four-kilometer stretch of road that will be part of the bus route is not fully developed yet. DTC has reached out to Yeida to ascertain the usability and development timeline of this segment to ensure seamless operations. and passenger feedback, routes may be adjusted, and the number of buses increased to better serve commuters this, the bus services will begin as scheduled.
  • Airport Operational Timeline: Although the NIA was expected to commence operations by mid-May 2025, it is likely to miss this deadline due to ongoing construction work. Despite this, the bus services will begin as scheduled, providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interim providing connectivity to the surrounding areas in the interi This initiative reflects DTC’s commitment to.
  • Enhancing public transportation infrastructure and promoting eco-friendly travel options in the National Capital Region. By introducing electric buses on this route, the corporation aims to offer a reliable and sustainable alternative for commuters traveling between Delhi and the upcoming Noida International The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) is set to commence electric bus services.
  • connecting Delhi’s Inter-State Bus Terminals (ISBTs) to the upcoming Noida International Airport (NIA) in Jewar by the end of May 2025. This initiative aims to provide eco-friendly and convenient transportation options for commuters traveling between Delhi and the new airport NIA was expected to commence.
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