NZC Chief Executive Justin Vaughan said steps were already under way to provide increased security for the upcoming five-match ODI series, which begins at McLean Park, Napier, on March 3.

"This type of incident is unfortunate, especially in such an exciting and close game as we saw last night," said Vaughan, adding, "Fortunately it does not occur often."

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"New Zealand Cricket is fully committed to providing a high-level of security, and I have given my assurance to the Indian team that increased security will be in place for the upcoming series," he added.

The enhanced measures will include an increase in the numbers of security staff, higher security visibility in potential problem areas, and closer monitoring of the crowd. The security staff would also be instructed to take extra precautions to protect boundary fielders, and to take prompt action against offenders.