Security on high alert in Peshawar after deadly attacks

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Security on high alert in Peshawar after deadly attacks
PESHAWAR: Security has been beefed up in Peshawar for Friday prayers after the deadly attacks in Quetta and Swat on Thursday night that killed over 80 people, Geo News reported.

According to sources, Peshawar Cantt area is under strict security while routes leading to Saddar market have been sealed and additional contingents of police have been deployed.

Additional security force has also been deployed in interior areas and Jama Masjid in Cantt area. People coming for prayers will be allowed to enter the prayer area only after body search.

Other sensitive areas of the city are also under thorough scrutiny to avoid any unpleasant happening.