Parliament security breached on 2001 attack anniversary, 2 open smoke canisters in Lok Sabha

Parliament security breached on 2001 attack anniversary, 2 open smoke canisters in Lok Sabha

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On the 22nd anniversary of the 2001 terror attack on Parliament, two men breached security in Lok Sabha by opening coloured-smoke canisters. This breach exposed serious lapses in Parliament security, including the lack of frisking visitors' footwear. The dramatic use of smoke cans highlighted the vulnerability to terrorist attacks and the inability of security agencies to adapt. The home ministry has ordered an inquiry into the breach, with a committee set up to identify lapses and recommend further action. The opposition criticized the government, while the intruders were arrested and interrogated.

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