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On the anniversary of the demolition of Babri Masjid , security arrangements have been tightened in Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura, said Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Gaurav Grover.
To avoid any untoward incident, security forces in huge numbers have been deployed across the city.
“To maintain law and order, security has been tightened in Mathura. The city has been divided into superzones, zones and sectors. Several security forces have been deployed. Drones and CCTVs are being used to keep a check on the law and order situation. We are also keeping an eye on social media posts inciting violence. Strict action will be taken,” said the SSP.
Superintendent of Police Martand Prakash Singh informed that security has been stepped up.
“Security has been tightened in Mathura. Security forces have been deployed at 145 checkpoints. An eye is being kept on suspected people and vehicles,” the SP said. Section 144 of the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) is already in place in Mathura prohibiting the assembly of four or more people.
