security beefed at the taj mahal

COMMANDOS AT THE TAJ MAHAL
HIGH ALERT IN THE CITY


AGRA:

FOLLOWING terrorist attacks in Mumbai, Agra police today tightened its security cover around the Taj Mahal and other historical monuments. A high alert has been declared and vehicles are being checked at important crossings of the city.
Black cat commandos have been positioned at the Taj Mahal. Senior officials including the district magistrate and IG Zone, DIG, Senior superintendent of police Prem Prakash reviewed security arrangements at the five star hotels and railway stations.
Barriers and barricading at the Taj Mahal have been strengthened. The city has been divided into five sectors and magistrates put in charge of each sector to keep a constant vigil on the security mechanism.
Meanwhile, tourism industry leaders have expressed deep concern fearing cancellations and decline in tourist traffic. Rakesh Chauhan, president of the Agra Hotels and Restaurants Association while condemning terrorist attacks, urged central government to take stern measures to send out a clear message worldwide that India was safe for tourists.