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Gujarat on High Alert: DGP's Anti-Terror Meeting After Red Fort Blast

Gujarat's police chief held an urgent security meeting following the Red Fort blast. The video conference included all unit heads and district police chiefs across the state. Officials were directed to strengthen anti-terror infrastructure and maintain heightened vigilance. The meeting emphasized proactive intelligence gathering and monitoring of suspicious activities.

Key Points: Gujarat DGP Vikas Sahay Anti-Terror Meeting After Red Fort Blast

  • DGP Vikas Sahay chaired video conference with all police chiefs across Gujarat
  • Meeting focused on advanced-level preparedness to prevent terror incidents
  • Officials directed to strengthen ATS and Special Operations Groups infrastructure
  • Police ordered to monitor individuals under UAPA, TADA, and Arms Acts
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Red Fort blast: Gujarat DGP holds meeting on anti-terror preparedness in state

Gujarat DGP holds high-level security meeting, directs police to strengthen anti-terror infrastructure and intelligence networks following the deadly Red Fort blast in Delhi.

"Not only specialised units like the SOG, but local police too must keep their human intelligence networks active - DGP Vikas Sahay"

Ahmedabad, Nov 12

In view of the prevailing security situation, Director General of Police (DGP) Vikas Sahay chaired a crucial meeting from Police Bhavan through video conference with all unit heads, city police commissioners, and district police chiefs across Gujarat.

The meeting focused on ensuring advanced-level preparedness to prevent any untoward incident and maintaining heightened vigilance across the state.

DGP Sahay emphasised the need to strengthen the overall infrastructure of all field units, including the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), and reviewed the functioning of Special Operations Groups (SOGs) in every district.

He directed officials to maintain meticulous records across 30 key parameters and ensure constant monitoring of individuals involved in serious offences under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act (TADA), NDPS Act, Arms Act, Explosives Act, and cases related to Fake Indian Currency.

The DGP also stressed that not only specialised units like the SOG, but local police too must keep their human intelligence networks active and maintain a continuous watch over suspicious movements or terror-linked activities.

The meeting was attended by senior officers, including the ADGP and DIG of ATS, as well as the DIG of the State Intelligence Bureau.

Through video conferencing, all unit heads, city police commissioners, and district superintendents of police joined the discussions, reaffirming Gujarat Police’s commitment to proactive intelligence gathering and robust anti-terror preparedness.

CCTV footage of the bomb blast triggered by a slow-moving car near Delhi’s Red Fort surfaced on Wednesday, coinciding with the National Investigation Agency’s (NIA) launch of a probe into the terror attack that has claimed nine lives so far.

The 15-second clip captures a congested stretch near the Red Fort Metro station, with traffic inching forward before a massive fireball erupts, apparently from an i20 car now identified as the source of the explosion.

According to footage from the city’s CCTV control room, the blast occurred at 6:50 p.m. on Monday, engulfing several vehicles in flames and sending panic across the area.

- IANS

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Priya S
While I appreciate the security measures, I hope this doesn't lead to unnecessary harassment of innocent citizens. Balance is important between security and civil liberties.
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Arjun K
The CCTV footage from Red Fort was terrifying 😨 We need better intelligence coordination between states. Hope Gujarat's preparedness model is replicated nationwide.
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Meera T
Human intelligence networks are crucial! Local police know their areas best. Good move by DGP Sahay to involve them actively in anti-terror efforts.
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Sarah B
Monitoring 30 parameters seems excessive. Hope the police have adequate resources and training to handle this level of surveillance effectively.
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Vikram M
Jai Hind! Our police forces are working hard to keep us safe. Let's support them and stay vigilant. Report anything suspicious in your neighborhood.

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