Cracking Down in Delhi: No Leaves Till Further Notice
Enhanced security measures implemented in Delhi due to increasing India-Pakistan territorial disputes.
Tension levels are sky high between India and Pakistan, causing security to tighten in Delhi. Just yesterday, a drone attack suspected to be from Pakistan was intercepted, resulting in loud explosions, wailing sirens, and power outages in border districts.
On Thursday evening, police officers were directing traffic and urging pedestrians to move clear of C-Hexagon and India Gate. However, officers claimed this was a standard traffic regulation exercise common in the area.
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A high-ranking police official asserted, "Security in the city has intensified. We've stepped up night patrols and district commissioners have been instructed to quell any unCustomary activity."
Following suit, the Delhi government has enforced a ban on its employees taking time off until further notice.
Amplified Security Measures in the National Capital
Special police commissioners from all zones are conducting meetings with deputy commissioners from the 15 districts in the national capital. With escalated vigilance, security forces are keeping a sharp eye on malls, markets, metro stations, airports, residential neighborhoods, hotels, and other crowded locations.
Bomb Disposal Squads have also carried out anti-sabotage checks at various locations. Police checkpoints at the national capital's borders have been reinforced, with all vehicles approaching Delhi subjected to extra scrutiny.
Every DCP (Deputy Commissioner of Police) is keeping a close watch on law and order in their districts. They have already briefed their subordinates—ACPs (Assistant Commissioners of Police) and SHOs (Station House Officers)—and are personally monitoring their assigned areas. The Delhi Police force is primed and ready to handle any situation that may materialize.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (East) Abhishek Dhania stated, "As part of ongoing anti-terror measures, the police conducted a comprehensive security inspection at the Mayur Vihar Phase-1 Metro Station, a key public facility. During the review, CISF (Central Industrial Security Force) personnel were updated, and a concentrated coordination meeting was held."
He continued, "The station is protected by 41 operational CCTV cameras, monitoring essential areas continuously. In each shift, 9 male and 2 female CISF personnel are deployed to ensure continuous, round-the-clock security. This ensures the safety of the commuters."
Additional security personnel have been posted at crucial locations like New Delhi, Central Delhi, the cantonment area, and the IGI Airport. Police are concurrently tracking social media platforms for possible threats.
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[Enrichment Data: The ban on leave for Delhi government employees is a precautionary measure aimed at bolstering preparedness for potential emergency situations. This move maintains full staff availability in critical sectors like healthcare and disaster management, which are vital in managing crises if they arise[3][4][5]. This comes on the heels of several incidents, including suspected drone attacks prevented by Indian defense systems, leading to increased security alerts and school closures in various states[4][5]. By ensuring full staffing levels, the government hopes to optimize its response capabilities in case of emergencies, emphasizing the importance of safety and security in this period of heightened tension[3][4].]
- Despite the ongoing tension between India and Pakistan causing security to tighten in Delhi, officials have asserted that the increased traffic regulation around India Gate and C-Hexagon was part of a standard exercise.
- The Delhi government has enforced a ban on its employees taking time off until further notice, as a precautionary measure to bolster preparedness for potential emergency situations.
- Special police commissioners from all zones are holding meetings with deputy commissioners from the 15 districts in Delhi, as security forces maintain high levels of vigilance, closely monitoring malls, markets, metro stations, airports, residential neighborhoods, hotels, and other crowded locations.
- Bomb Disposal Squads have carried out anti-sabotage checks at various locations, while police checkpoints at Delhi's borders have been strengthened with additional scrutiny for vehicles approaching the city.
- Every Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) is closely monitoring law and order in their districts, briefing their subordinates—ACPs (Assistant Commissioners of Police) and SHOs (Station House Officers)—and personally monitoring their assigned areas to ensure the Delhi Police force is prepared to handle any situation that may materialize.
- In addition to the security measures at critical locations like New Delhi, Central Delhi, the cantonment area, and the IGI Airport, police are also tracking social media platforms for possible threats as part of ongoing anti-terror measures.
