PESHAWAR: Security has been put on high alert to maintain law and order and handle any untoward incident in Peshawar Tuesday.

Meanwhile, entry of Afghan refugees to the city and double-riding were also banned. An extra-ordinary security measures have been taken after suicide blast in Bhakkar and missile attack at residence of Amir Haider Hoti in Mardan.

Several check-posts were set up at entry and exit points of the city, while suspected vehicles and people were being thoroughly checked. Police was raiding the homes of illegal Afghan refuges living in Peshawar amid tight patrolling around the city.