Day after Delhi blast, cops step up security

Taking preventive measures, following a blast near Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday evening, Commissioner of Police, Swapan Sh

arma launched a comprehensive city-wide operation to strengthen public safety and ensure effective law and order across Ludhiana.

The initiative was led by Sameer Verma, Additional Deputy Commissioner of Police–1 (ADCP-1), along with ACP North, ACP Central and zonal SHOs. The primary objective of the operation was to enhance community security, maintain public order and prevent any potential unlawful activities in busy and sensitive areas of the city.

Verma said a large number of police officials conducted intensive checking drives at the JMD Mall on railway station road as a part of preventive measures to tackle any emergency. Inspections were also carried out at malls, markets, parking lots and other public spaces. During the operation, suspicious individuals were identified and questioned to ensure a proactive approach towards crime-prevention and public-reassurance.

“We conducted a mock drill in the JMD Mall. Cops cordoned off the mall and also combed the premises. Entry and exist points were sealed. Policemen acted like they were in a real emergency. People present in the mall were also taken to safety. Although the city has received no intelligence regarding a terror attack, such exercises prepare the police force and it helps check readiness in case of emergencies,” added ADCP Verma, adding that the drill was also part of a routine security checking after blasts in Delhi.

Commissioner of Police Swapan Sharma urged people to cooperate with law enforcement agencies in maintaining law and order and ensuring community safety. Citizens were urged to promptly report any suspicious persons or activities to the nearest police station or through official helplines.

Ludhiana Commissionerate Police further emphasised that such special operations would continue on a regular basis, reaffirming their commitment to maintaining public security, community welfare and a safe environment for all residents.