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Srinagar, April 23 -- From Srinagar to the southern and northern parts of the valley, residents, traders, students, and political leaders stood together, condemning the attack and sending a clear message: Not in our name.
Srinagar and other parts of Kashmir witnessed an unprecedented shutdown, the first since August 2019 when Article 370 of the Constitution was abrogated.
The streets were lined with protestors, holding placards reading Stop Innocent Killings and We Stand United Against Terror, as locals from all walks of life voiced their anger and dismay. They called for effective steps to root out terrorism once and for all.
"This should not happen - not in the name of Kashmir and not in the name of Islam. Islamic teachings value human life to the point that taking an innocent life is akin to killing entire humanity," Haji Bashir Ahmad Dar, a resident of Srinagar city said. "This is a stain on the dignity of Kashmiris. We do not want this stain to remain. We are known worldwide for our respect and our love - our hospitality toward tourists."
Most of the shops, fuel stations and other business establishments were shut across Kashmir. Only shops dealing in essential commodities were seen open.
Public transport was also sparse, but private vehicles were playing normally. Private schools were also shut across the valley, but government schools were open, the officials...