Lucknow: In a significant push to strengthen counter-terror and bomb-disposal capabilities, the UP govt has sanctioned ₹5 crore for the procurement of specialised equipment for the state’s Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) and special operations units during the 2026-27 financial year.The approval, granted with the Governor’s sanction, will enable the purchase of advanced bomb-disposal gear, explosive-detection devices and night-vision equipment aimed at enhancing the operational readiness of anti-terror teams dealing with security threats, explosives and covert surveillance operations.The largest share of allocation, ₹2.51 crore, has been earmarked for the purchase of four explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) bomb suits. Govt has also approved the procurement of four handheld explosive-vapour detectors at a cost of ₹1.25 crore. To improve operational effectiveness during night operations, 18 night-vision monoculars costing ₹81 lakh will be purchased. The ATS will also acquire two non-linear junction detectors worth ₹32.8 lakh. Additionally, two bomb blankets valued at ₹9.22 lakh have been approved. The procurement will be carried out by the Uttar Pradesh Police Headquarters and ATS headquarters in Lucknow.The move comes amid a heightened focus on strengthening the state’s security infrastructure and enhancing capability of specialised police units to respond to terrorism-related threats.
