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Olympics Torch relay amid high security
Wednesday, 16 April, 2008
Indian capital city will be holding the Olympic torch relay in Delhi today evening amid heightenend security with view of threats from Tibetan protestors.
Heavy security has been arranged along Rajpath and premises where the relay run will pass through. Around 15,000 security personnels are being deployed along the 1.8 mile route which would cover Rashtrapati Bhawan and India Gate.
Around 70 celebrities, including sportsperson and filmstars will take part in the event. Meanwhile Indian ace cricketer Sachin Tendulkar has pulled out of the relay due to health reasons, the Indian Olympic Association has informed.--MP
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