Mr' Neeraj Bijlani

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Security Challenges at Sporting High Populated
Events
by Mr. Neeraj Bijlani President Owner,
TOPSGRUP
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September 11, 2001
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November 26, 2008
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9/11 11/26 have redefined Event Security
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Terrorism is here to stay

• Terrorism is a global phenomenon with no
  epicenter that can be
• stamped out.
• 9/11 and 11/26 prove that terrorists are getting
  increasingly innovative, are constantly
  attacking , evolving, adapting and adjusting
  their modus operandi.
• Terrorism factions are focused on attacking
  centers of economy like NYC, London, Mumbai for
  maximum impact thereby achieving their long term
  objectives.
• 15 terrorist attacks in India in the last two
  years.

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Aftershocks of 9/11 and 11/26 on Sporting High
Populated Events

• Although actual terrorist attacks on sporting
  high populated events have so far been infrequent
  (The recent one was the attack on cricketers in
  Pakistan), it is possible that you may find your
  event caught up in a terrorist incident.
• This might include having to deal with a bomb
  threat or with suspect items sent through the
  post or left in the event.
• Terrorism can come in many forms, not just a
  physical attack. It can take the form of attacks
  on vital information or communication systems,
  causing disruption and economic damage.
• Terrorism also includes threats or hoaxes
  designed to frighten and intimidate. These have
  previously been targeted at various events.

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Challenges in Event Security
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History of terrorist attacks targeting sporting
events
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Event managers are now bringing security into
their DNA

• Security is no longer viewed as an expenditure,
  but as an investment.
• Event security plans are becoming more proactive
  in nature with focus on four key areas -
  security of the physical infrastructure, close
  protection of celebrities, crowd management
  disaster recovery mechanisms.
• The marriage between IT and physical security is
  being actively sought after to offer more
  effective and real-time surveillance.

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Security Aspects during an Event

• Production of the security plan based on risk
  assessment.
• The formulation and maintenance of a search plan.
• The formulation and maintenance of other
  contingency plans.
• Liaising with the police, other emergency
  services and local authorities.
• Arranging staff training.
• Conducting regular reviews of the plans.

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Managing terrorism at High Populated Events

• Know your current threat level low, medium or
  high.
• Maintain cordial relations with your local law
  enforcement agencies.
• Audit your event location for all types of soft
  and hard risks to include IT, security systems,
  processes, plans and facility security.
• Partner with the licensed and referred service
  providers for security, safety, intelligence and
  emergency response services.
• Train, communicate and share information on a
  continual basis.

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Steps to mitigate risk at High Populated Events

• Identify the threats.
• Decide what you need to protect.
• Identify your vulnerabilities.
• Identify measures to reduce risk.
• Review security measures rehearse.
• Review security and contingency plans.

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Why were the Olympics incident free?

• Beijing Olympics had a
• 150,000 strong security guard contingent.
• 290,000 volunteers.
• 80,000 guards in the venue .
• Safety departments at various work units, even
  drivers of subway trains, buses and taxis were
  involved.
• Visa rules were tightened. Travelers were asked
  to show a return air ticket and a confirmed hotel
  booking before visa processing.
• Anti-aircraft missiles were in place around the
  "Bird's Nest" stadium, which was the centerpiece
  of the Beijing Olympics.
• 2,000 surveillance cameras were placed across the
  venues.
• 300,000 video cameras were used for discreet
  vigilance.

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Event SecurityCompromises and Constraints

• Limited budget versus infinite demands.
• The security budget has to be proportionate to
  the level of threat.
• Accessibility versus protection.
• Security teams come into conflict with the
  expectations of celebrities delegates.
• Technology versus timescales.
• Elaborated security planning consumes more time
  to test the necessary infrastructure.
• Multi-agency approach versus coordination
  overheads.
• Critical issues shouldnt be overlooked at the
  interface between different security management
  teams.

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TOPSGRUP Event Security Model
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Some Events TOPSGRUP has secured

• IPL 2008 at Mumbai, Jaipur Kolkata.
• India Vs. England ODI 2006 at Goa.
• ICC Champions Trophy 2006.
• ICL Mohali 2008.
• Filmfare awards, Screen awards, Miss India
  ceremony .
• Michael Jackson History Tour.
• Mr. Bill Gates visit to Bangalore Chennai,
  India.
• Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell super models
  Many more

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TOPSGRUP Celebrity Close Protection for Events
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IT SHOULD BE REMEMBERED THAT THE GREATEST RISK TO
ANY EVENT SECURITY IS COMPLACENCY.
Thank you