Twelve buildings, precincts and private premises in Chennai may get counter-terror components set up by the Government of India and the Tamil Nadu government, to thwart any attempt by terrorists to hijack these premises, and to prevent serious acts of terrorism.
The National Security Guard (NSG), the federal contingency force under the Union Ministry of Home Affairs, will improve preparedness to deal with anti-terrorist activities in all its manifestation at the 12 places in Chennai. An exercise to validate drills, procedures and standard operating procedures of the National Security Guard will be held shortly, to hone the counter-terror skills of the State administration, police, anti-terrorist squads and to create awareness among the public.
Reconnaissance and drills by the NSG with support from the Tamil Nadu Commando Force will strengthen preparedness in several areas where government offices such as Ripon Building and the Secretariat are located in Chennai. The exercise will deal with specific situations to be used in exceptional circumstances.
