Mumbai: Following the arrest of Lasher-e-Toiba (LeT) militants, who had planned to target the Stock Exchange, Mumbai (BSE), the city police has further tightened the security at the exchange and key installations to foil any attempt to blow up or damage the establishment.

The stock exchange continues to be on the hit list of militants and after a review of existing vigilance and security arrangements "we have increased the number of police persons at the exchange", police sources said here tonight (June 29, 2004).

The striking squad of State Reserve Police has also been deployed at BSE premises to ensure quick response, sources said.

After Jammu & Kashmir police today busted a LeT module that had planned to blow up BSE, the exchange officials and senior police officials have had detailed discussions on arrangements.

Meanwhile, BSE spokesperson said the exchange has toned up its internal security and has also advised stock brokers and other offices housed in the building to remain alert.