RAWALPINDI: Security has been put on high alert across Punjab for Christian worship services and prayer gatherings being held at churches in different parts of the province, officials said on Sunday. According to police officials, the Inspector General (IG) Punjab has issued directives to all Regional Police Officers (RPOs), District Police Officers (DPOs) and senior officers to ensure foolproof security arrangements at churches and other sensitive locations. The IG directed supervisory officers to personally visit churches to review security arrangements on the ground. He also ordered the deployment of snipers and additional police personnel at sensitive churches to deal with any untoward situation. Officials said Dolphin Squad, Police Response Units (PRU) and Elite Force teams have been instructed to conduct continuous patrolling around churches and Christian localities. The IG further directed that all deployed personnel remain on high alert and keep strict vigilance over suspicious individuals and activities. DNA
