Reports indicating that one or two terrorists from a Jammu-based gang may try to carry out a fidayeen attack in Delhi or Punjab around Independence Day have put the intelligence services on high alert.
Because of the intense security, the attack might not take place on August 15 as reported by Times of India, citing sources, but rather one or two days later.
Two unidentified individuals were seen moving about a J&K town that borders Kathua, along with several weapons. It is not impossible that they are moving in the direction of the adjacent city of Pathankot,” TOI stated, citing intelligence.
“On June 1, an explosives/IED shipment arrived in a Jammu city hinterland. In the upcoming days, these explosives might be used to attack security facilities, camps, cars, or important installations, the insider informed TOI.
The advisory states that “large congregations may be targeted around August 15 by deceptively fabricated IEDs.” It goes on to say that “the threat is exacerbated by the possibility of reprisal action by elements disgruntled due to certain decisions or actions taken by the govt.”
The national capital’s security protocols
The Delhi Police have deployed over 10,000 police officers, 700 AI-based facial recognition cameras, and over 3,000 traffic policemen throughout the nation’s capital in anticipation of the Independence Day celebrations. This is a huge increase in security measures. Auxiliary police units and paramilitary groups are positioned at strategic sites like as IGI Airport, train stations, bus stops, shopping centers, and marketplaces.
In light of the most recent attempt on the life of former US President Donald Trump, the importance of snipers was underlined for the impending occasion. Referencing the Trump incident, Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora emphasized the necessity for increased security measures during a security meeting at the Red Fort.
A “no kite flying zone” will also be in place surrounding the Red Fort until the event is over, and staff members will be prepared to intercept any kites that fly. Furthermore, for security considerations, the Delhi Police have prohibited the use of non-traditional aerial platforms like hang gliders, paragliders, and hot air balloons from August 2–16.
“Viksit Bharat,” this year’s Independence Day theme, highlights the government’s goal of making India a developed country by 2047.
