Srinagar, March 3 (NationPress) In response to ongoing tensions, authorities have extended preventive restrictions across the Kashmir Valley for a second day, prompting the Jammu and Kashmir Police to urgently call for public calm. They emphasized that violence only brings about destruction and hardship.

In a series of updates on X, the police wrote, “We urge for Peace and Restraint in light of recent events. While we honor the citizens' right to express their opinions peacefully and through lawful channels, we cannot condone rioting, stone-pelting, clashes, or any disruption to public order.”

The police further warned that acts of violence, property damage, and confrontations with security personnel result in injuries, fatalities, school closures, and significant hardships for families, students, traders, and day laborers.

“We call upon all members of society to practice restraint and avoid violence and provocation. Police will enforce strict legal measures against anyone instigating or participating in illegal activities. Authorities are dedicated to maintaining the rule of law and safeguarding lives and property,” the statement continued.

Officials confirmed that all educational institutions, including schools, colleges, and universities, will remain closed on Tuesday, with the University of Kashmir postponing all examinations.

To deter anti-social elements from spreading provocative material, mobile internet speeds have been throttled, and police presence has been significantly increased to ensure compliance with restrictions.

The central area of Srinagar, Lal Chowk, has been fortified with concertina wire, and access to sensitive regions has been restricted.

Meanwhile, senior Shia leader Molvi Imran Ansari has also urged citizens to maintain peace and order while mourning the passing of Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

“This is a challenging period for us. Our hearts ache. We have lost our guide, our father, Shaheed Ayatullah al-Uzma Sayyid Ali Hussaini Khamenei (R.A.). He was not merely a leader; he embodied our strength, our voice, our guidance,” Ansari remarked.

He advised the youth against taking the law into their own hands, noting that marches to Lal Chowk are prohibited but assured that mourning in local areas will not be curtailed.

“I encourage you to limit your protests, majlises, and matam to your localities, assuring that no one will obstruct this. Even if delayed, mourn respectfully. Let our sorrow be dignified,” he urged.

Ansari also criticized a viral video depicting a police officer mistreating a woman, stating that he has raised the issue with higher authorities and urged police to exercise extra empathy and restraint.

“Mourn, weep, protest, but do so peacefully and with dignity. Do not allow anyone to exploit your emotions. We are the followers of Karbala. Our tears hold power, yet our behavior must remain disciplined. Labbaik Ya Hussain!” he concluded in honor of the Prophet Muhammad’s grandson.