Srinagar: Ahead of the seventh anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370 on Wednesday, Jammu and Kashmir Police has issued a public advisory banning all unauthorised protests or processions, and warned of strict action in case of any violation.
The advisory, issued by various district police headquarters, comes in view of a protest call given by the Mehbooba Mufti-led PDP.
“The general public is informed that no protest, rally, procession, demonstration or any other public gathering shall be held without prior permission from the competent authority,” police said in the advisory.
They warned that any violation of the prescribed legal provisions shall be dealt with strictly in accordance with law.
Police said comprehensive security arrangements have been put in place to maintain peace, public order and public safety.
They appealed to all citizens to cooperate with law enforcement agencies, maintain peace and communal harmony, refrain from spreading rumours or unverified information, and immediately report any suspicious activity to the nearest police station.
