Unprecedented security measures have been implemented in places vulnerable to suicide attacks and terrorist activities in Multan, Bahawalpur and Dera Ghazi Khan. Security has been tightened around the projects where foreigners are serving particularly Chinese, British, Italian, and Japanese.
Bunkers have been set up at all important routes and rooftops of police stations around the city. Security has also been intensified in hospitals, churches, mosques and imam bargahs. Responsibilities have been assigned to Punjab Constabulary and Elite Force personnel to help the police in Multan. Commuters entering the city are being checked to prevent acts of terrorism.
According to government sources, the security measures are being implemented as preparations for the approaching Independence Day are being carried out and police patrolling has also been enhanced. According to officials, the government has taken these security measures only to ensure the safety of citizens.
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