Police cancels leave for staff

Amid escalating tension between India and Pakistan, the Punjab Police has cancelled all leave for its personnel with immediate effect. The decision, described as an "administrative measure," is widely seen as a precautionary step, given Punjab’s status as a border state.The directive, issued by Punjab Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav, states that leave will only be granted in extraordinary circumstances, starting May 7. The move follows a high-level video conference chaired by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, which included Punjab’s top officials and representatives from other border states.Punjab has been placed on high alert, with security forces tightening arrangements across the state. The police are expected to assist the Border Security Force in monitoring the border districts and ensuring civilian safety. Additionally, the Amritsar district administration has resumed blackout drills as part of a nationwide civil defence exercise.