Patna, May 8 (UNI) In the backdrop of operation Sindoor, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Thursday reviewed the security arrangements and instructed the authorities to remain alert in the bordering areas across the state.

Kumar reviewed the security at a high-level meeting here during which the Chief Secretary and Director General of Police apprised him that the leave of all administrative and police officers as well as police personnel and all officers and personnel associated with disaster management has been cancelled. All personnel associated with the Health department and Law & Order have been put on high alert.

In the meeting, the Chief Minister directed to put the border districts of the state on high alert.

Instructing for strict monitoring of traffic, he asked to keep any suspicious person and objects under strict surveillance.

Kumar asked the authorities to enhance the security of all important institutions in the border districts and directed them to ensure continuous intensive patrolling.

During the meeting, Kumar directed all district magistrates and police superintendents to remain fully cautious about the security of important places and institutions under their jurisdiction.

The Chief Minister also asked to strictly check the rumours and fake news being spread through social media and other such handles.

There is no need to panic, he said, noting that under prevailing scenario the government was fully alert.

He said that the entire country was proud of the courage and valour of the Indian Army and was united against terrorism. He said everyone has unwavering faith and pride in the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

The Chief Minister will hold a high-level review meeting on May 10 in Purnia with senior officials of the border districts of the state in the backdrop of 'Operation Sindoor'.

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