Shimla, May 10 -- As tensions between India and Pakistan continue to escalate after the ongoing Operation Sindoor in retaliation to the Pahalgam terror attack, the Himachal government on Friday stepped up security at its tourist destinations of Dharamshala-McLeodganj, Chamba-Khajjiar, Kullu-Manali and Shimla.

The state government appealed to people to immediately inform the police about any suspicious person at these tourist places.

Chief minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu chaired an emergency meeting and directed to increase security around temples, hydroelectric projects and the state's border areas.

"There is no need to panic. You all should remain cautious and watchful," said Sukhu. He said essential government offices, including his ...