Delhi on High Alert Over LeT Plan to Target Temple Near Red Fort
Delhi on High Alert Over LeT Plan to Target Temple Near Red Fort
Intelligence warns Lashkar-e-Taiba may target a temple in Chandni Chowk as security across Delhi is heightened following a terror threat.
Delhi is on high alert after intelligence indicated Lashkar-e-Taiba may target a temple in Chandni Chowk, prompting security agencies to tighten measures across the capital. Sources say authorities are keeping a close watch on crowded zones and deploying additional patrols around sensitive sites, including markets and metro hubs. Security forces have increased bag checks and roadside presence to deter potential plots, and residents were urged to stay vigilant and report suspicious activity.
Officials have stressed that there are no confirmed attacks at this time, but the capital has been told to avoid unnecessary travel near sensitive areas and to follow official advisories. Police and central agencies are coordinating with local authorities to ensure rapid response capabilities, including contingency plans for crowd management around major religious sites.
Delhi has faced terror threats in the past, and security teams say vigilance remains essential to keep residents safe while allowing normal life to continue. The situation remains under review as investigators assess new information and monitor potential threats.
