Published 10:56 IST, November 9th 2019

UP DGP on security arrangements ahead of Ayodhya verdict

Ahead of Supreme Court’s verdict on the much-awaited Ayodhya verdict, the Uttar Pradesh DGP has said the police is keeping close tabs on social media posts

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Ahe of Supreme Court’s verdict on much-awaited Ayodhya verdict, Uttar Presh Police is keeping a close watch on social media posts. Uttar Presh DGP has said police is keeping a close tab on posts going up on Twitter, Facebook and or social media platforms. 

'Seventy-six cases have been registered'

“Internet services have been scrapped in one district for 24 hours. Seventy-six cases have been registered,42 people have been arrested and we have recommended blocking of 670 social media accounts,” said DGP. 

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Tight watch on social media

ding to statements above, UP DGP said, anti-social and communal elements are being closely watched. He also said police is keeping a tight watch on social media and has also appealed t to post communal or objectionable posts on social media. DGP said, even NSG can be slammed on those who spre rumours and hatred. He also appealed to all people to t post inflammable content ahe of  sensitive Ayodhya case verdict.

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Aerial Surveillance in Ayodhya and Luckw

He also said tight security arrangements have been me all across Uttar Presh.

“One G Rank official deployed in Ayodhya and Paramilitary forces are re. Aerial Surveillance is also being done in Ayodhya and Luckw with one helicopter on standby at both places. 

According to sources, Yogi ityanath will remain in a 'rey to move' position. Apart from this, 9 helicopters have been arranged for urgent movement basis while 3 separate choppers will be me available for aerial monitoring. Drones are being used in sensitive areas to monitor any suspicious activity.

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Supreme Court is currently delivering its verdict on Ayodhya Dispute. A five-judge constitution bench will deliver verdict of Ayodhya land dispute case.   bench consists of Chief Justice of India, Justice SA Bobde, Justice DY Chandrachud, Justice Ashok Bhushan and Justice Abdul Nazeer. 

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