Sajid Raina
Srinagar, Mar 4: Precautionary restrictions imposed in several parts of the Kashmir on Monday will continue to remain in force on Thursday.
The precautionary restrictions were put in place earlier this week following US and Israeli attacks on Iran which led to the killing of Iran Supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
An official said that the situation was being reviewed on a regular basis but restrictions would continue to ensure maintenance of law and order. “Security arrangements have been beefed up in sensitive areas, including parts of downtown Srinagar and Lal Chowk, to prevent any untoward incident,” he said, adding, “The situation is under review. Restrictions will continue on Thursday as a precautionary measure.”
Another official said that mobile internet services across the Valley have been restricted to 2G speed and the arrangement will remain in place till Thursday evening.
It’s in place to mention here that security personnel have been deployed in strength at several locations, with barricades erected in vulnerable pockets. Additional forces have also been stationed in areas that witnessed processions and rallies over the past few days.
While authorities maintained that the overall law and order situation is under control, peaceful rallies and processions were reported from parts of Sopore in Baramulla district, as well as Budgam and Bandipora districts.
In Srinagar, security forces maintained a visible presence in downtown localities and commercial hubs to deter gatherings. Movement of vehicles was largely normal in most areas, though some localities witnessed restrictions on assembly.
Officials said district administrations were closely monitoring developments and were in touch with community leaders to prevent any untoward incident.
“No major incident has been reported so far. Preventive measures are in place to ensure peace,” an official said.
He said further decisions regarding relaxation of curbs would be taken based on the ground situation.
