In Delhi, surveillance will be increased between Rajpath and Red Fort in the run up to Republic Day celebrations to thwart any possible terror strike. The entire CCTV coverage will also be linked to the Delhi Police Headquarters and monitored there by a dedicated team of officers.

Delhi Police officials said today, 162 CCTVs will be installed across the eight-km route of the Republic Day parade from Rajpath to Red Fort. An extra 60 to 70 CCTVs will be installed this year compared to last year's preparations.

The move comes against the backdrop of terror attack outside the Delhi High Court on September 07th last year and the subsequent smashing of an Indian Mujahideen module by the Delhi Police.