J&K authorities gear up to foil separatists' march

June 19, 2015 12:56

Authorities today imposed restrictions in parts of Srinagar and north Kashmir to prevent the separatists' plan to visit Sopore where militants have shot dead six persons in the last three weeks.

Restrictions were imposed in Khanyar, Safakadal, Nowhatta, Rainawari, M R Gunj and Kralkhud areas of downtown Srinagar as a precautionary measure to maintain law and order, a police official said.

Restrictions were also imposed in Maisuma police station area near Lal Chowk and Parimpora, on the outskirts of the city, which connects the highway from Srinagar to Sopore in north Kashmir.

Also, curbs on the movement of people were put in place in Sopore township, 50 km from Srinagar.

Authorities yesterday placed under house arrest top separatist leaders to prevent them from visiting the town.

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