On Sunday, security measures were heightened at all railway stations, trains, and airports in the wake of the 'Pran Pratishtha' ceremony in Ayodhya and the anticipated VVIP movement. The Railways had already issued an alert. In response, over 50 trains passing through Prayagraj Junction underwent thorough scrutiny. Teams from RPF and...
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GRP, along with dog squads and bomb disposal squads, conducted inspections and inquiries on the trains. Simultaneously, heightened vigilance was maintained at railway stations, including checks of all passengers and their belongings. Suspicious individuals underwent ID verification. Teams conducted inspections on platforms, station premises, and stands. Multiple teams remained engaged in checks at Prayagraj Junction until late at night. CCTV surveillance was enhanced. Similar checks were carried out at Subedarganj, Naini, Prayagraj Sangam, Prayag, Rambag, and Chhivki railway stations and on trains passing through those stations. Besides the Railways, airport authorities and police teams conducted special inspection drives at Prayagraj Airport. Vehicles arriving and departing with passengers were stopped and checked. BDs teams thoroughly inspected every corner inside and outside the airport premises. Dog squads also patrolled the airport grounds. Police teams conducted checks and inquiries at the airport parking lot and its surroundings. Officials remained alert until late at night to prevent any suspicious activity prior to the religious event.