DGP Gujarat warns of strict action against those violating law during Bandh call

Gandhinagar: Gujarat Police chief DGP Ashish Bhatiya, speaking to media persons here today asserted that strict actions will be taken against anti social elements who are found enforcing strike in the State in the wake of Bharat Bandh call given by Congress and other opposition parties tomorrow.

Bhatia said a video conference was held today with district police chief and other senior officers and they have been instructed to issue a notification to impose section 144.

He said the State police has readied its riot vehicles, gas guns and other equipment and machinery to take action against violators.

He warned strict action and said four or more people must not gather or offence will be registered against them.

Photography, videography and circulation in social media will also attract FIR, he added.

Bhatia said police points are to be set up at district border and interstate border posts in order to ensure smooth transportation. Creating obstruction on roads will attract strict action, he added.

Bhatia also warned strict action in the cases of destruction of property and said sensitive points have been identified.

He said night curfew in four cities of Gujarat is going to continue till next announcement.

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