Puri: As tensions between India and Pakistan escalated further, security arrangements have been tightened in Odisha’s pilgrim town Puri with special measures in and around Shree Jagannath Temple.
Officials said adequate police forces, bomb detection squads and dog squads have been deployed at the 12th century shrine to ensure the safety of devotees and the temple.
The security measures were enhanced as a precautionary step in response to the escalating tensions between the two nations. The police have been deployed to maintain law and order, and thorough checks are being conducted at various locations, including hotels, lodges, and guesthouses.
The security personnel are scrutinising the identification documents of guests staying in hotels and lodges, and thorough searches are being carried out to prevent any potential threats. The entire city is under close surveillance, with police patrolling the streets and checking for any suspicious activity.
The special security forces have taken charge of the temple’s security, and the police have been instructed to remain vigilant and proactive in maintaining peace and order in the city. The security measures are aimed at ensuring the safety of pilgrims and tourists visiting the temple and the city.
The situation is being closely monitored, and the district administration is taking all necessary steps to prevent any untoward incidents. The security arrangements are likely to continue until the tensions between India and Pakistan ease.
