J&K Braid-Chopping: Cops Impose Restrictions Against Protest Calls

Authorities imposed restrictions in parts of Srinagar to prevent separatist-called protests against braid chopping.

File photo of Jammu and Kashmir Police.

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Authorities imposed restrictions in parts of Srinagar on Friday to prevent separatist-called protests against the increasing incidents of braid-chopping in Jammu and Kashmir.

Restrictions under section 144 of CrPc will remain in force in Khanyar, Rainawari, Nowhatta, MR Gunj, Safa Kadal, Kralkhud and Maisuma. The restrictions have been imposed to maintain law and order in the city.

J&K Police Officer

Joint resistance leadership (JRL) – comprising Syed Ali Geelani, Mirwaiz Umer Farooq and Yasin Malik – have called for post-Friday prayer protests.

Shops, public transport, other businesses and educational institutions remained closed in all seven areas placed under restrictions. Attendance in government offices and educational institutions were also affected due to the prohibitory orders.

Private transport in uptown areas of Srinagar and inter-district transport were found to be moving normally.

Mysterious braid-chopping incidents have occurred in the Valley recently and the police say thieves and other criminals are taking advantage of the fear psychosis that has become prevalent.