Security beefed up in state over Gujjar agitation

Jaipur | Saturday | 9th February, 2019

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“There is enough reinforcement available for Sawai Madhopur. On Friday there was no sign of any violence and we expect the agitation to carry in a peaceful manner,” the official added “All our companies are led by efficient officials to ensure that no untoward incident takes place. Because any small flare up can quickly mutate into a major protest and that will seriously strain our resources,” said an official on the condition of anonymity.The entire focus of the Rajasthan police now rests on Sawai Madhopur. Jaipur: The security was tightened across several districts of Rajasthan including Sawai Madhopur, Ajmer, Bharatpur, Karauli, Dholpur, Jaipur, and Bhilwara due to Gujjar agitation.“As of now, we don’t expect any violent flare up, but elaborate security arrangements are made for the entire state,” said DGP Kapil Garg.Speaking to TOI, DG (Law and order) M L Lather, said that no violent confrontation was reported till late Friday night, even as security measures were beefed up for the entire Bharatpur range..