Srinagar, Aug 4 (JKNS): Authorities have denied permission for any protest or demonstration across Jammu and Kashmir in connection with August 5, marking the sixth anniversary of the abrogation of Articles 370 and 35A, senior officials in the security establishment said on Tuesday.
Senior officials confirmed to the news agency JKNS that following protest calls issued by various political parties, no protest or demonstration will be permitted at any district headquarters across the Union Territory.
They said elaborate security arrangements have been put in place across the Kashmir Valley, Jammu, and other sensitive locations to ensure maintenance of law and order and prevent any untoward incident.
Officials further warned that any violation of the prescribed legal procedures or attempts to organize or participate in unauthorized protests would invite strict action in accordance with the law.
“Every section of society is urged to respect the rule of law. Any activity that disturbs public order, peace, or security will be dealt with strictly as per law,” a senior officer associated with the security arrangements told JKNS.
Notably, the ruling National Conference (NC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) have called for protests at all district headquarters, including Srinagar, against the August 5, 2019 decision that revoked the special constitutional status of the erstwhile State of Jammu and Kashmir. (JKNS)
