Protest demos across the region
Kishtwar: Unabated killings of innocent youth in Kashmir sparked off protest demonstrations across Kishtwar and Doda districts of Chenab Valley and Rajouri and Poonch districts of Pir Panchal.
Reports said people took to streets and held protest demonstrations at some places, voice of concern was raised and special prayers were held for restoration of peace to Valley during Friday prayers in most areas of the region.
Kishtwar observed complete shutdown in response to a call by the local separatist leaders. Shops and other business establishments in most parts of the town were closed, throwing the normal life out of gear.
A large number of people assembled inside the Jamia Masjid complex and held a noisy protest demonstrations. Amid pro-freedom and anti-India slogans the protestors deplored the killings of innocent civilians by the police and troops in Kashmir Valley.
A number of leaders including Imam Moulana Farooq Ahmed and separatists leaders Ghulam Nabi Gundna, Molvi Qayoom and Abdul Gani Shah addressed the protestors and said that the people across the state have sacrificed for a just and genuine cause. They asked the Government of India and state government to stop repressive measures in the Valley, failing which people from entire state would come on roads.
Similar protest demonstration was also held in Bhaderwah, where people observed a complete shutdown. People assembled in large number outside Jamia Masjid and staged a demonstration which marched up to state guest house, where number of leaders addressed the protestors.
Reports from Poonch district revealed that people took to streets in Surankote area and staged a protest demonstration. Apart from separatist and opposition leaders, some local leaders from ruling National Conference also reportedly participated in the protest.
Strong voice of resentment was also raised by Imams in most other parts of the twin border districts of Rajouri and Poonch during the Friday prayers.
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