J&K: Stone-pelters clash with security-forces amid Eid celebrations; protester killed
One person was killed during clashes between protesters and security forces in Kashmir today even as men, women, and children dressed in their best, thronged mosques and Eidgah across the Valley for Eid-ul-Fitr celebrations. Sheeraz Ahmed was hurt during the clashes at Brakpora in Anantnag; he later succumbed to injuries. Another person was injured in the clashes in Safakadal, police said. Here's more.
Clashes were reported from Sopore and Kupwara areas in Kashmir
One person sustained injuries in the clashes in Safakadal area of Srinagar soon after the prayers. Clashes between protesters and law enforcing agencies were reported from Sopore and Kupwara areas in north Kashmir. The situation in other parts of the Valley was peaceful so far. Big gatherings of Eid prayers were also reported from Sonawar and Soura Shrines in the heart of Srinagar.
Thousands of faithful offered Eid prayers at Hazratbal shrine
Muslims from all walks of life started making a beeline to the Eidgah (prayer ground) or a mosque for offering the Eid prayers as a thanksgiving for the month-long fasting of Ramadan. The biggest gathering was witnessed at Hazratbal shrine where thousands of faithful offered the Eid prayers. The second largest gathering was held at Eidgah in the old city of Srinagar.
