India: Himachal Seals Borders, Steps Up Checks Over 'Khalistan' Referendum Call

NEW DELHI, 09 May 2022, (TON): Following provocative vandalism of the Himachal Pradesh Legislative Assembly building this morning and a banned group's 'Khalistan' referendum call, the hill state has stepped up security from tonight.

The official order said “interstate borders have been sealed and police barricades placed there. Strict vigil of hotels and other probable hideouts has also been ordered. Bomb disposal units have been put on high alert and security strengthened for critical state infrastructure.”

Security has been put on high alert at the state borders and intensive night patrolling by the police has been ordered.

The renewed security measure comes after the banned outfit Sikhs For Justice (SFJ) announced that it will hold a 'Khalistan' referendum on June 6 in Himachal Pradesh. The order copy also details several recent incidents involving pro-Khalistan activities in neighbouring states.

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