Violence lessened in Kashmir after demonetisation: MHA sources

Srinagar: Following Central government’s step of scrapping of Rs. 500 and Rs. 1,000 notes, a decline in the separatist-instigated violence has been witnessed in the Kashmir valley, said Ministry of Home Affairs sources.

“There is a sharp decline in the violence following demonetisation of Rs. 500 and Rs. 1,000 notes,” said MHA source.

Meanwhile, Centre and Jammu and Kashmir government has made proper arrangements for exams of Class 10^th students. The state government has also decided to re-open the schools near border areas from Tuesday.

It could be mentioned here that curfew had been lifted from all parts of Kashmir on Saturday. Kashmir unrest was started since the encounter killing of Hizbul Mujahideen terrorist Burahan Wani.

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