Srinagar, July 29 (KS):- The authorities in Rajouri have advised people to avoid roaming in the forests during night hours.
“Whereas, it has been brought into the notice of undersigned by the Army authorities that some civilians used to visit/roam in the forest areas/fields during night hours wearing shawls/blankets.” Reads an order, a copy of which lies with News Agency Kashmir Scroll.
“Whereas, various security Agencies often launch/search operations in the forest areas during odd hours in order to combat any anti-national/anti-social activities by miscreants.” It reads.
“In this context, the general public is hereby informed through the medium of this circular that no person shall visit/roam in the forest areas during late/night hours from 09:00 PM to 04:00 AM wearing shawls/blankets etc. without seeking prior permission from concerned Army/Police authorities in order to avoid any miss-happening/untoward incident,” it states further.(KS)