Security agencies have stepped up vigilance in Delhi and Uttarakhand after intelligence agencies issued an alert over a possible terror threat allegedly linked to Khalistani extremists. According to ANI report, the alert warns that key religious sites, government establishments and transport infrastructure could be targeted in the coming days. The threat assessment is being treated as a precautionary input, and authorities have launched an investigation to verify its authenticity. What does the intelligence alert say? According to intelligence sources, the alert is based on an email claiming that Khalistani terrorists could target multiple locations in Delhi and Uttarakhand. The email reportedly mentions temples, government offices, railway stations, police establishments and certain political leaders as potential targets. Officials are currently examining the contents of the email and attempting to trace its origin. The authenticity of the threat has not yet been independently verified. Which locations are under increased security? Following the alert, security has been strengthened across sensitive locations in both Delhi and Uttarakhand. Among the sites under enhanced surveillance are: Authorities have reviewed security arrangements and increased patrolling as a precaution. What action have the authorities taken? The Delhi Police has launched an investigation into the email to determine whether the threat is genuine and identify its source. Meanwhile, the Uttarakhand Police, intelligence agencies and the Delhi Police have all been placed on heightened alert. Officials said security measures have been intensified while the threat assessment is being verified. Has India received similar alerts before? Yes. Intelligence agencies have issued similar alerts on several occasions this year. In January, ahead of the Republic Day celebrations, intelligence agencies warned of possible terror plots involving proscribed Khalistani outfits and Bangladesh-based terror organisations targeting New Delhi and several other cities. Red Fort and Chandni Chowk alert In February, another intelligence alert warned of a possible terror threat in the vicinity of the Red Fort. According to intelligence inputs at the time, terrorists could target a temple in the Chandni Chowk area. Officials had also indicated that key religious places around the Red Fort and parts of Chandni Chowk were believed to be on the radar of the Pakistan-based terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT). Post navigation Peru elects 1st woman President:Keiko Fujimori became First Lady at 19, left studies, served jail term and kept party united ‘Rohit Sharma won’t be my choice for 2027 ODI WC’:Sanjay Manjrekar takes dig at former India captain; urges BCCI to focus on future aspects