Security beefed up in Peshawar

Security is on high alert in Peshawar in the backdrop of security forces’ operation against extremists in Khyber Agency and due to Friday prayers, Geo News reported. According to police, security forces are battling against the extremists in the adjoining tribal belt of Peshawar due to which additional police check posts have been set up in the suburban areas of Matini and Budh Bair while additional troops have also been deployed. Policemen have been stationed at the mosques of Peshawar Cantt and in interior areas while walk-through gates have been installed at main mosques. The main road leading to the Saddar Bazaar has also been closed due to security risks.