KL Report
Srinagar
Strict restrictions are in force in the civil lines area of the city falling under at least three police stations to prevent traditional Ashura processions which are scheduled to be taken out on Sunday.
Administration have however, made it clear that curfew is not imposed in any part. Officials call the restrictions as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order.
The people living in the jurisdictions of Kothibagh, Kralekhud, Maisuma and some parts of Shaheedgunj police stations found themselves under siege when they wake up in the morning.
Restrictions are in place from Regal Chowk to Abi Guzar in Lal Chowk area. Similarly, same type of restrictions are in place from Hawal to Aali Masjid area in the old city.
“Our aim is to maintain peace and ensure safety of life and property. We appeal people to help us in maintaining peace and tranquility in the city,” said deputy commissioner Srinagar Baseer Ahmad Khan.
A large number of police and CRPF personal have been deployed in the whole city.
The traditional Ashurra processions from civil lines area are banned since 1989.
Police officials said restrictions in these areas are imposed due to apprehensions that separatist groups might attempt to stage anti-India protests in the garb of Ashurra.
