Delhi Police on Monday asked the people to be vigilant in the wake of Bengaluru blast. Delhi Police has activated its entire machinery to police the Capital, especially on New Year’s Eve as there are Intelligence inputs about terrorist groups owing allegiance to Pakistan targeting the city during New Year celebrations.
In a message issued to all the units, Delhi Police Commissioner BS Bassi has asked the rank and file to be on their toes and ensure the safety and security of the citizens. Specially trained commandos are being deployed in around five star hotels and areas where people are expected to gather to celebrate the arrival of the New Year.
Assuring the residents and demanding their cooperation, Delhi Police Commissioner BS Bassi on Monday said, “Delhi Police is maintaining a high alert and security has been stepped in the city to thwart any untoward incident. We have taken the Bengaluru incident seriously and asked our officers to review the
security arrangements.”
“We also want to ensure Delhiites that we are taking all security measures and there is no need to panic and people should also be alert regarding any suspected person or
activity,” said Bassi.
People have been asked to report any suspect activities on terror helpline number 1090. The citizens should cooperate with the police and if any information regarding any suspicious activities is given then swift action will be taken. The citizens of Delhi should not feel scared and the best is being done to secure them. Bassi also instructed the Special Cell and Crime Branch to further strengthen the intelligence system and keep a tab on the movement of suspected individuals. local police has been instructed to keep a tight vigil and ensure that every anti-terrorism measure is in place. The security apparatus will remain the same for the days to come in the wake of the oncoming Republic Day celebrations.
Following an Intelligence input that terrorists can target five-star hotels in the city, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) teams have been stationed outside premier hotels while special
measures are already in place to guard city schools after the terrorist attack in an Army school in Peshawar.