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Fresh Restrictions In Parts Of Kashmir

Mumbai: Restrictions imposed now several parts of Kashmir to maintain law and order in view of congregational prayers, even as markets in the valley remained shut and public transport was off the roads for the 54th day, officials said.

Officials said restrictions were imposed in various parts of the Valley under Section 144 CrPC on Friday morning.

He said that these streams were planted in the five police station areas (interior areas of the city) of Nauhatta, Rewari, Safakdal, Khanyar, and Maharaj Gunj and Hazratbal area of ​​Srinagar.

Officials said the curbs were placed as a precaution to maintain law and order in view of Friday’s prayer.

The restrictions on Kashmir were imposed for the first time on 5 August when the Center announced its decision to repeal Article 370 of the Constitution and divide the state into two union territories. Sanctions were lifted from many parts of the valley as the situation improved with the passage of time.

Authorities, however, continue to impose sanctions in vulnerable areas of the valley every Friday, stating that vested selfishness may oppose large ceremonies at large mosques and religious sites.

For the last one month, Friday prayers have not been allowed in any major mosque or shrine in the valley.

Meanwhile, normal life in Kashmir as the main market was affected and other business establishments remained closed for the 54th consecutive day on Friday, officials said.

He said that mobile services remained suspended in Kashmir except for Handwara and Kupwara areas in the north, while Internet services continued on all platforms in the valley.

Other separatist leaders at the top level and number two have been held in restrictive custody, while mainstream leaders, including two former chief ministers – Omar Abdullah and Mehbooba Mufti, have either been detained or under house arrest. 

Another former chief minister and Lok Sabha MP from Srinagar Farooq Abdullah have been arrested under the controversial Public Safety Act.

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