IoK remains under curfew for past 76 days

SRINAGAR: Normal life in Indian occupied Kashmir (IoK) continues to remain affected for the 76th straight day on Saturday due to the curfew imposed by the Indian military.

Normal life remains crippled on the 76th consecutive today in the IoK and parts of the occupied valley due to restrictions and gag on the internet and cellular services barring partial restoration of postpaid connections.

Shops and business establishments remain closed most of the time except for few hours in the morning and evening.

The authorities have also deputed magistrates in educational institutions across occupied Kashmir to monitor the activities of students.

They have directed the heads of educational institutions to conduct regular morning assemblies and advise students to concentrate on education only. 

A media report maintained that the decision about releasing former Chief Ministers, Farooq Abdullah, Omar Abdullah, and Mehbooba Mufti is not on the table yet.

Despite the authorities’ claims that there are no restrictions in any part of the Valley, curbs under Section 144, banning assembly of four or more persons, continue to remain enforced in Srinagar and other towns across the territory.

Since 5th August, the Indian government has placed a curfew in IoK by revoking the special status of occupied Kashmir.