No report of any untoward incident, situation peaceful: IGP Kashmir
Srinagar, Feb 15 (KNS): Heavy security arrangements were put into place on Wednesday to thwart Kulgam Chalo call by separatist leaders.
The resistance leaders earlier called for protest march (Kulgam Chalo) against the civilian killings during an encounter in Frisal Kulgam district on Sunday. Four militants, two civilians and two army men were killed during in the encounter.
Inspector General of Police Kashmir zone S J M Geelani told KNS that extra security forces were deployed in Valley particularly in South Kashmir to maintain law and order.
“Security forces were deployed to maintain law and order,” Geelani said.
He said the situation remained peaceful and under control, and no protest march or clashes were reported so far from anywhere.
According to KNS correspondent all entry routes towards Kulgam were sealed off and curfew like situation was imposed in Kulgam district. Security arrangements were also heightened in other parts of south Kashmir.
In Kulgam, complete shutdown was observed as the shops were shut and no transport movement was seen on the roads. The business establishment, offices and Banks witnessed thin attendance.
In Srinagar city, there was a complete shutdown and most of shops and business establishments also remained closed. the volatile areas like Old City and Maisuma witnessed complete shutdown.
Meanwhile, Jammu and Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF) Chairman Yasin Malik was arrested on Wednesday to prevent him from marching towards Kulgam, JKLF leader said. Hurriyat (M) Chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was placed house arrest to prevent him venturing out to take part in protest march towards Kulgam, a spokesman said. (KNS)
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