Goa put on alert following Jaipur serial blasts

Panaji, May 14 (UNI) The Goa police has declared alert in the tourist state, following serial blasts in Jaipur yesterday and stepped-up security in the crowded areas.

Inspector General of Police Kishan Kumar said all police stations in Goa have been asked to conduct strict patrolling, especially at crowded places such as Goan beaches, railway stations, airport at Dabolim, bus stands, market areas and others.

In order to avoid risk, the alert declared last night will continue for few days in the state. ''I have also directed all police stations to get hold of suspicious persons,'' Mr Kumar added.

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