Red Fort Blast: Odisha on high alert, tight security in Puri, Hirakud Dam

In the aftermath of the explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort Metro Station, security measures across key locations in Odisha have been significantly heightened. The police have placed Puri and Hirakud Dam under a state of high alert as a precautionary measure.

In Puri, the district police have intensified security around Shree Jagannath Temple, the beach areas, Bada Danda, the railway station, and the bus stand. Puri SP has directed all Inspectors-in-Charge (IICs) to remain on high alert and ensure round-the-clock patrolling in sensitive and crowded zones.

“Police are active. We are conducting search operations and call upon people to inform us if they see or find anything suspicious. We have also deployed trained commandos around the Srimandir. We have also deployed police personnel in the e