Following a plot to detonate a bomb on the Kalindi Express in Kanpur, the Uttar Pradesh Police have increased security measures. In a meeting with Railway Protection Force (RPF) officials, the Director General of Police (DGP) instructed them to conduct verification of people living near railway tracks and remove illegal constructions....
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He also stressed on the importance of modern technology, including CCTV cameras, to enhance security. The DGP highlighted the need for a standard operating procedure (SOP) to prevent disruption of train services and asked for a list of criminals involved in railway track offenses over the past decade to be monitored. He also directed the authorities to identify and remove illegal constructions near the railway tracks before the Kumbh Mela next year. Increased security measures, including metal detectors and baggage scanners, were also recommended for railway stations. The DGP emphasized the importance of reporting any suspicious activity to the 112 helpline.