Adequate security provided to Cauvery reservoir

Mandya, Karnataka, Aug 9 (UNI) Adequate police security had been deployed at the Krishnaraja Sagar Reservoir, across river Cauvery in this district, view of treats by terrorists and naxalities, Deputy Commissioner Manjunath Prasad said here today.

Issuing an order in this effect, he said that the action had been taken based on the police reports. The district police had taken necessary steps to beef up security at the KRS, movement of all types of vehicles had been suspended from the main entrance.

In the backdrop of increase terrorist activities in the state, the police had to step up the security. With the reservoir being full, there had been an increased influx of visitors, chances of some 'dangerous elements' sneaking in could not be ruled out, police sources said.

Entry was permitted through the gate near the boating pond. Other than police and department vehicles engaged in repair works, no other vehicle would be allowed inside the Brindavan Gardens. Without the permission of the police, no public vehicle would be allowed inside, police added.

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