LUCKNOW, Sept. 7 -- After a spate of violent incidents inside clubs at the Summit building in Vibhuti Khand, Gomti Nagar, the Lucknow Police and the excise department have stepped up vigil on the site in a bid to make it difficult for troublemakers to flex their muscle during weekends.

An HT reality check of the building and the surrounding areas between 8.30 pm and midnight on Friday confirmed a heavy police presence outside the building, especially at around 11:30 pm. The newly appointed Vibhuti Khand station house officer, along with other police officials were seen checking vehicles, monitoring entry points, and patrolling inside the premises where clubs and bars draw large weekend crowds.

Excise inspector Arvind Baghel was even ord...