Following the air strike on Pakistan by the Indian Air Force, the security forces, including BSF, Army and IAF, deployed in border areas of Rajasthan have been put on high alert, defence sources said.
"The IAF fighter combats are patrolling western borders of the state. The border cities of Jaisalmer, Barmer, Bikaner and Shri Ganganagar have been kept on high alert," an official said.
A strict vigil is being kept on activities in border villages, officials said. However
Meanwhile, the defence sources said there is no need to worry. "We are ready to tackle all situations," said a senior defence officer.
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