Police Increases Security at Tourist Spot

Denpasar (Antara Bali) - The Bali Police has increased security at tourist spots in light of the Idul Fitri holiday of Lebaran.

"Security officers have launched 'Operation Ketupat' in several tourist spots in Bali. This holiday season, Bali will see an influx of tourists and locals celebrating Idul Fitri. Therefore, there is a need for the police to have all necessary security measures in place," said Sr Comr Hariadi, spokesperson for the Bali Regional Police, on Tuesday.

The Bali Regional Police will be deploying a total of one thousand three hundred personnel for the launch of Operation Ketupat, from August 2 - 15, 2013. 'Ketupat' is a rice cake, which is usually served with curry during Lebaran.

Sr Comr Hariadi mentioned that security will be heightened around the beaches of Kuta, Legian, Sanur, Nusa Dua, Uluwatu, and Jimbaran in Badung District. These beaches are usually packed with thousands of visitors during Idul Fitri.

The police will also increase security at the Sukawati traditional market, Taman Safari Park, Bali Zoo, Ubud, and the Monkey Forest in Gianyar District.

The police has established command posts in a number of tourist spots in Tabanan District, including the Kebun Raya Bedugul Botanical Garden and Tanah Lot. In Buleleng District, posts have been established at the Lovina beach, Danau Buyan lake, and Bali's National Park. (DWA)