SRINAGAR:Curfew and separatist-sponsored protest shutdown continued for the 57th consecutive day in Kashmir on Saturday.
Police said curfew has been imposed in Baramulla, Sopore and Budgam towns in addition to areas falling under Nowhatta and M.R.Gunj in Srinagar city.
Forces have been deployed in strength while restrictions were in place in the rest of the Valley.
Senior separatist leader, Syed Ali Geelani has asked civilians and trade and business organisations not to meet the all party delegation arriving here on Sunday headed by Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh.
Trade and business organisations including Kashmir Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) and Kashmir Economic Alliance (KEA) have announced they would not meet the delegation unless the members engage in a dialogue with the separatist leaders.
All educational institutions have remained closed since the ongoing uprising started on July 9 – a day after the killing of militant commander Burhan Wani in an encounter.
Public transport, main markets and other businesses have also remained suspended.
Clashes occurred between the forces at scores of places on Friday in which over 300 people were injured.
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