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Authorities impose curbs in parts of Kashmir
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On March 13, 2026, authorities imposed restrictions on public assembly in Srinagar and other parts of the Kashmir valley, targeted Shia-dominated areas including Magam and Budgam, and closed the historic Jamia Masjid in Nowhatta.
Why it matters
Restrictions on the assembly of people were imposed in the morning across Srinagar and other parts of the valley. Measures concentrated on Shia-majority areas such as Magam and Budgam. The Jamia Masjid in Nowhatta was shut and its gates locked, preventing congregational entry at that site. Protests in some Shia-dominated areas involved anti-U.S. and anti-Israel slogans and pro-Palestine chants, and remained peaceful.
Implications
- • Congregational entry to Jamia Masjid Nowhatta was blocked by locked gates, preventing worship at that site.
- • Public assembly bans limit post-prayer gatherings and street protests in Srinagar, Magam, and Budgam during the morning observances.
- • Precautionary security measures are active to enforce assembly restrictions during Juma-tul-Vida/Youm-ul-Quds observances.
Who is affected
- • Religious congregants and worshippers
- • Local imams and mosque administrators
- • Local law enforcement and public order officials
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