Goa Police in high gear
HERALD REPORTER
PANJIM, MAY 2
In the background of the United States warning of imminent attack on Delhi the Goa Police held nakabandi on major roads throughout the State from 6 pm today evening and also stepped up security at strategic locations.
Though a senior police official declined receiving any warning from the Centre and said, ongoing checking and nakabandi was part of the regular exercise, it was evident that whole police force of the State was put into high gear .
Besides surprise checks and nakabandi, the coastal police stations have been alerted and increased security arrangements have been upped in beach areas, it is learnt.
Also, security at vital installations have been increased, said our sources.
Due to thorough checking of vehicles on the national highways and in the coastal belt, traffic congestion was felt at many locations in the State.
