Situation all across the Jammu region remained peaceful on August 12 with people offering Eid prayers including in five sensitive districts of Kishtwar, Doda, Ramban, Rajouri and Poonch where restrictions were relaxed during the day for festivities and prayers, reports Daily Excelsior. Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Sanjeev Verma said, “Eid prayers and festivities all across the Jammu region passed off peacefully during the day. Restrictions in five districts were lifted to facilitate people celebrate the festival and offer prayers. No untoward incident has been reported from any part of the province.” However, he said, prohibitory orders in five districts will remain in force for the night. At couple of places, youth took out processions after the prayers. However, the processions concluded peacefully.
Meanwhile, Northern Army Commander Lieutenant General Ranbir Singh visited the Kashmir valley to review the prevailing security situation in the region on August 12, reports Daily Excelsior. He visited formations in North and South Kashmir and was briefed about the current situation as also the recent counter terrorist operations. He complimented the troops for the humanitarian assistance being provided to the locals and appreciated the actions taken by the units and formations in ensuring safety and wellbeing of the people.