NSG to conduct Reconnaissance of Jagannath Temple in Puri

Puri: In what could possibly help in strengthening security arrangements, a team of National Security Guard (NSG), elite Counter Terrorist Task Force will conduct an inspection at Jagannath Temple in Puri.

Official sources said the reconnaissance of Jagannath temple is likely to be carried out for a period of two days from August 28. The review is a part of strategy for contingency planning.

A team of three to four NSG officials will be visiting the Puri temple for reviewing the security arrangements, sources said.

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NSG usually conducts the reconnaissance after ‘sensitive’ places are identified in consultation with the Ministry of Home Affairs, State Police and intelligence authorities.