Centre sent advisory to all states to tighten security for Christmas

New Delhi, Dec 24: An advisory has been sent by the Centre to all states to tighten security and take all possible steps to ensure peace ahead of Christmas and new year celebrations.

The Centre asked the state governments to deploy adequate forces in malls, religious places, markets, airports, railway stations, bus terminus so that any attempt to disturb peace could be foiled, during the Christmas celebration, the official said.

The home ministry has asked all states to maintain utmost vigil to prevent any untoward incident, the ministry official said.

The state administrations have been advised to take appropriate measures to ensure peaceful celebrations, including effective crowd control and maintenance of law and order.