India, May 10 -- In the wake of an attempted airstrike by Pakistan, a nationwide alert has been issued in India and heightened security measures have been implemented across major cities.

Pune has responded with elevated vigilance focusing in particular on religious sites with high footfalls such as the iconic Shrimant Dagdusheth Halwai Ganpati Temple.As a precautionary measure, the entire area around the temple has been cordoned off with a heavy police presence.

"Security personnel are closely monitoring the movement of every individual entering and exiting the temple premises. Anti-riot squads have been deployed, and the Quick Response Force (QRF) has taken position outside the temple to prevent any untoward incidents," said a senior ...