Security forces deployed in Bihar naxal hit areas

In Bihar additional security forces have been deployed in Naxal-hit areas to ensure safety and security to the life and property of the people during bandh. Director General of Police Neelmani told that all police stations in the Naxal -infested districts of the State have been put on maximum alert.

Instructions have also been issued to carry out raids on hideouts of the ultras. AIR Patna Correspondent reports that patrolling on the railway tracks has been intensified and track men have been asked to remain vigilant.

The railway authorities have decided that pilot engines would escort the trains during the day time in the Naxal-affected areas.It has also been decided to run trains in bunches to thwart attempts of the Maoists to create disturbances during the bandh.

The East – Central Railway has cancelled four pair of trains till tomorrow in view of bandh. The trains which have been cancelled include Patna – Singrauli Express, Gomo- Barkakana passenger and Barawadih – Dehri-on -Sone passengers.