‘Precautionary alert’ across Mumbai after Delhi explosion

Soon after the explosion in Delhi on Monday evening, the Mumbai Police said that a ‘precautionary alert’ has been sounded out across the city even as they are waiting for a clear picture to emerge. Senior officers said that considering it is the festive season and year-end nearing, the police have already been on alert. An official said that security checks will be carried out across the city.

A top officer from Mumbai Police told The Indian Express, “We are still awaiting some clarity on the incident that took place in Delhi. However, we have sounded out a precautionary alert across the city and our officers are on the ground.” Another official said that the Mumbai Police have been on alert considering the festive season just passed by and it is nearing year-end.

An official said that they will be carrying out checks at major junctions and keeping an eye out for any suspicious elements. (Express Photo by Ganesh Shirsekar)

An official said they will be carrying out checks at major intersections and keeping an eye out for any suspicious elements. “Now every police station has an Anti-Terror Cell that will be activated to keep an eye out on suspicious elements in their jurisdiction,” an official added. Apart from police stations, the state Anti-Terrorism Squad, Force One and other agencies too have been activated and will be keeping an eye out across the city.

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“We are also on alert regarding any possible links to the city and will be in touch with the central agencies to see if any assistance is required on our part,” the official added.