Protester hit by CRPF vehicle dies, shutdown in Srinagar

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Press Trust of India Srinagar
Last Updated : Jun 02 2018 | 4:20 PM IST

Authorities today imposed restrictions in parts of Srinagar while the separatists called a strike across Kashmir after the death of a youth who was allegedly hit by a CRPF vehicle during clashes with stone-pelting protesters.

Most shops, business establishments and fuel stations in Srinagar were closed as the separatists announced a strike to protest against civilian killings.

There were reports of similar shutdowns from other parts of the Valley.

The authorities imposed a curfew in Nowhatta area in Srinagar's old city, where the clash took place yesterday.

Restrictions under section 144 of the CrPc, which prohibits the gathering of people, were in force in six other police station areas of the city

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First Published: Jun 02 2018 | 4:20 PM IST

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