LUCKNOW, March 1 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath has directed strict and exemplary action against troublemakers attempting to disturb communal harmony during upcoming festivals, asserting that any bid to tamper with law and order will not be tolerated.

Chairing a high-level review meeting late Saturday evening, the chief minister instructed the administration and police to remain on heightened alert during Holi, Ramzan, Eid, Navroz and Navratri, as well as ongoing board examinations, according to senior police officials. The period has been described as sensitive from a law and order perspective.

Officials said the CM made it clear that any incident aimed at spreading discord in the society would invite strict action and accountabilit...