Security Tightened At Kumbh Mela After Pune Blast

Source: www.indianexpress.com

HARIDWAR, INDIA, February 15, 2010: Security has been tightened at the Kumbh Mela following the deadly bomb blast in Pune. Kailash Keswani, District President of the Business Forum of Haridwar, said the heightened safety measures were essential as the city is a holy place.

“Like the Catholics have Vatican City and the Muslims have Mecca, for many Hindus the most holy place is Haridwar. I think the three are very sensitive locations and individuals who have bad intentions will target these places,” said Keswani. Devotees said the extra security measures have not dampened their spirits.