High alert sounded in Delhi in wake of Punjab terror attack

A high alert has been sounded in the national capital by the Delhi police with security being beefed up at busy public places and markets in the wake of the terror attack in Punjab.

"We have briefed our officers and men to be vigilant and watchful in the wake of Punjab incident and an alert is being maintained," PRO of Delhi Police Rajan Bhagat said.

Security was specially stepped up at railway stations in the national capital and deployment of policemen has been strengthened further. The number of policemen have also been increased at busy public places including crowded markets and shopping malls.

Meanwhile, a rumour of firing close to Parliament House kept the cops on tenterhooks in the morning. However, it was later found out that the panic was caused by a loud noise from a motorbike at Vijay Chowk.

Delhi Police officials said that there was no firing near Parliament House rather it was just a rumour.

Security has also been stepped up across Rajasthan.

"All the range IGs and SPs, and ATS have been alerted and given necessary directions to strengthen security after the attack in Punjab," DGP, Manoj Bhatt said, adding, important public places are under strict vigil.