TERROR ATTACKSPunjab witnessed two major terror attacks in 2015 and 2016 which were masterminded by the Pakistan based terror group Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM). SECURITY TIGHTENEDBesides Pathankot airbase, the security has also been heightened at Amritsar and Chandigarh airports. Security has been beefed up in and around sensitive places including airports in Punjab on the basis of intelligence inputs that Pakistan based terror groups are planning another terror attack in India. Besides the security , the army authorities have also asked Chandigarh administration to remove the illegal encroachments in Jagatpura village which is located close to the airport. 3 Punjab witnessed two major terror attacks in 2015 and 2016.

Source: India Today June 27, 2016 09:45 UTC