Chief cleric and soft separatist Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has removed the designation “All Parties Hurriyat Conference Chairman” from his social media profiles. The move comes amid intensified action by security agencies against terror sympathisers and separatist elements. &nbsp;In recent times, security agencies have revived decades-old cases across the Kashmir region. With the arrest of former terrorists such as Shakil Bakshi and Javed Mir, and also attaching the Properties belonging to known separatist sympathisers, including former Bar Association president Advocate Mian Qayoom and US-based Ghulam Nabi Fai.The Hurriyat Conference, formed in 1993 as an umbrella body of separatist groups advocating either Kashmir’s independence or its accession to Pakistan, was outlawed in 2019 for promoting secessionism and maintaining links with terrorism. The ban led to the arrest of several leaders, while others were compelled to fall in line with the law. &nbsp;Mirwaiz, who spent much of the post-2019 period under house detention, has intermittently advocated dialogue. His public distancing from separatist symbolism, however, reflects the cumulative impact of sustained enforcement measures. Security analysts interpret this shift as evidence of increasing institutional pressure and a gradual consolidation of mainstreaming efforts in the Union Territory.

The Hurriyat Conference, formed in 1993 as an umbrella body of separatist groups advocating either Kashmir’s independence or its accession to Pakistan, was outlawed in 2019 for promoting secessionism and maintaining links with terrorism.

Chief cleric and soft separatist Mirwaiz Umar Farooq has removed the designation “All Parties Hurriyat Conference Chairman” from his social media profiles. The move comes amid intensified action by security agencies against terror sympathisers and separatist elements. In recent times, security agencies have revived decades-old cases across the Kashmir region. With the arrest of former terrorists such as Shakil Bakshi and Javed Mir, and also attaching the Properties belonging to known separatist sympathisers, including former Bar Association president Advocate Mian Qayoom and US-based Ghulam Nabi Fai. The Hurriyat Conference, formed in 1993 as an umbrella body of separatist groups advocating either Kashmir’s independence or its accession to Pakistan, was outlawed in 2019 for promoting secessionism and maintaining links with terrorism. The ban led to the arrest of several leaders, while others were compelled to fall in line with the law. Mirwaiz, who spent much of the post-2019 period under house detention, has intermittently advocated dialogue. His public distancing from separatist symbolism, however, reflects the cumulative impact of sustained enforcement measures. Security analysts interpret this shift as evidence of increasing institutional pressure and a gradual consolidation of mainstreaming efforts in the Union Territory.

The Hurriyat Conference, formed in 1993 as an umbrella body of separatist groups advocating either Kashmir’s independence or its accession to Pakistan, was outlawed in 2019 for promoting secessionism and maintaining links with terrorism.

Amid crackdown on separatists, Mirwaiz drops Hurriyat chairman title from social media

After four long years, the chairman of the Hurriyat conference and Kashmir’s Head priest Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was set free from house arrest. Mirwaiz was allowed to attend the congregational Friday prayers at Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid. It was quite an emotional moment for the people as well as Mirwaiz himself when he reached the pulpit of the mosque. He burst into tears while he stood in front of the people.&nbsp;

Jammu and Kashmir administration, on Friday (September 22) took a decision to release Farooq after four years of house arrest that had started on August 4, 2019. &nbsp;He was placed under house arrest when the Government of India revoked Articles 370 and 35A and the state was bifurcated into two Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh.

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“After 4 years I am here with you. I was kept under house arrest since 4 August 2019. It was despite the fact that authorities had approved my release but nothing was done. At last, I had to go to the court and get my release order. To stay away from you all for years was very difficult for me. This was the toughest time but your prayers and love helped me and I found you all with me always. I know what has happened with you after August 2019 it was not easy; the article was abrogated, and the state was divided. Despite being under house arrest, I always kept an eye on the situation. Today’s situation is no different, we should have patience and believe in god. Islam teaches us to trust in God as after every tough situation, there is bound to be a good time,” said Farooq.

Sources said that the LG administration took the decision of Farooq’s release after due consultation with different law enforcement agencies.

“Part of J&amp;K is with India, one with Pakistan and one with China which forms J&amp;K. We have to seek a solution. We have always worked for peace and non-violence suffered for that, sad that we were called separatists, enemies of people but we had no personal ambitions. We were representing the aspirations of people,” said Farooq.

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“We always want Kashmir pandits brothers to return. The issue of Kashmiri Pandits is a human issue. I appeal to the youth to control their emotions and follow the preaching of prophet Mohammed the good time will come for us,” he added.&nbsp;

Earlier, two more top religious leaders of South Kashmir Moulana Mushtaq Veeri and Moulana Dawoodi were released around two years after their detention under Public Safety Act.&nbsp;

A picture of Mushtaq Veeri being felicitated by BJP leaders and J&amp;K Muslim Waqf Board Chairman Darakhsha Andrabi went viral on social media, while&nbsp;former chief ministers Mehbooba Mufti and Omar Abdullah criticised the BJP government and accused them of double-faced opportunist politics.&nbsp;

Earlier on Friday,&nbsp;J&amp;K Muslim Waqf Board Chairman Darakhsha Andrabi met with Mirwaiz Umer Farooq. 
 
 
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After four long years, the chairman of the Hurriyat conference and Kashmir’s Head priest Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was set free from house arrest. Mirwaiz was allowed to attend the congregational Friday prayers at Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid.

After four long years, the chairman of the Hurriyat conference and Kashmir’s Head priest Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was set free from house arrest. Mirwaiz was allowed to attend the congregational Friday prayers at Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid. It was quite an emotional moment for the people as well as Mirwaiz himself when he reached the pulpit of the mosque. He burst into tears while he stood in front of the people. Jammu and Kashmir administration, on Friday (September 22) took a decision to release Farooq after four years of house arrest that had started on August 4, 2019. He was placed under house arrest when the Government of India revoked Articles 370 and 35A and the state was bifurcated into two Union Territories of Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh. ALSO READ | Asian Games: China bars 3 Arunachal athletes from participating, India lodges protest “After 4 years I am here with you. I was kept under house arrest since 4 August 2019. It was despite the fact that authorities had approved my release but nothing was done. At last, I had to go to the court and get my release order. To stay away from you all for years was very difficult for me. This was the toughest time but your prayers and love helped me and I found you all with me always. I know what has happened with you after August 2019 it was not easy; the article was abrogated, and the state was divided. Despite being under house arrest, I always kept an eye on the situation. Today’s situation is no different, we should have patience and believe in god. Islam teaches us to trust in God as after every tough situation, there is bound to be a good time,” said Farooq. Sources said that the LG administration took the decision of Farooq’s release after due consultation with different law enforcement agencies. “Part of J&K is with India, one with Pakistan and one with China which forms J&K. We have to seek a solution. We have always worked for peace and non-violence suffered for that, sad that we were called separatists, enemies of people but we had no personal ambitions. We were representing the aspirations of people,” said Farooq. ALSO READ | Amid tiff, Trudeau urges India to take Nijjar killing seriously, reiterates commitment to rule of law “We always want Kashmir pandits brothers to return. The issue of Kashmiri Pandits is a human issue. I appeal to the youth to control their emotions and follow the preaching of prophet Mohammed the good time will come for us,” he added. Earlier, two more top religious leaders of South Kashmir Moulana Mushtaq Veeri and Moulana Dawoodi were released around two years after their detention under Public Safety Act. A picture of Mushtaq Veeri being felicitated by BJP leaders and J&K Muslim Waqf Board Chairman Darakhsha Andrabi went viral on social media, while former chief ministers Mehbooba Mufti and Omar Abdullah criticised the BJP government and accused them of double-faced opportunist politics. Earlier on Friday, J&K Muslim Waqf Board Chairman Darakhsha Andrabi met with Mirwaiz Umer Farooq. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

India: Mirwaiz Umar Farooq allowed to pray at Srinagar’s Jamia Masjid after four years of house arrest

National Investigation Agency on Friday issued fresh summons to separatist Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Naseem Geelani, the son of another separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, to be present here for questioning on March 18 and 19 in connection with a terror funding case.

The move comes amidst the government crackdown on separatist leaders in Kashmir in the aftermath of Pulwama terror attack.

Earlier this month, the NIA had carried out searches at seven locations of separatists in Kashmir, including that of Mirwaiz in connection with the said case.

The agency claimed to have recovered several incriminating documents, including letterheads of different terrorist organisations as well as high-end communication systems, during the raid.

During the searches, the teams also recovered electronic devices including laptops, e-tablets, mobile phones, pen drives, communication system, and DVRs.&nbsp;

National Investigation Agency on Friday issued fresh summons to separatist Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Naseem Geelani, the son of another separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, to be present here for questioning on March 18 and 19 in connection with a terror funding case.

National Investigation Agency on Friday issued fresh summons to separatist Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Naseem Geelani, the son of another separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, to be present here for questioning on March 18 and 19 in connection with a terror funding case. The move comes amidst the government crackdown on separatist leaders in Kashmir in the aftermath of Pulwama terror attack. Earlier this month, the NIA had carried out searches at seven locations of separatists in Kashmir, including that of Mirwaiz in connection with the said case. The agency claimed to have recovered several incriminating documents, including letterheads of different terrorist organisations as well as high-end communication systems, during the raid. During the searches, the teams also recovered electronic devices including laptops, e-tablets, mobile phones, pen drives, communication system, and DVRs.

NIA issues fresh summons to Mirwaiz Umar, Naseem Geelani

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has summoned separatist Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Nadeem Geelani, son of another separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani for questioning on Monday in Delhi in a terror funding case, officials said.

The move comes amidst the government crackdown on separatist leaders in Kashmir in the aftermath of Pulwama terror attack.

About a week ago, the NIA carried out searches at seven locations of separatists in the Kashmir valley, including that of Mirwaiz Umar Farooq in connection with a terror funding case.

The agency claimed to have recovered several incriminating documents, including letterheads of different terrorist organisations as well as high-end communication systems, during the raid.

“High tech internet communication set up was also recovered from the residence of Mirwaiz Umar Farooq," the premier probe agency for terror crimes had said.

"Teams recovered incriminating documents including property papers, financial transactions receipts and bank account details. Significantly, letterheads of different terrorist organisations, as well as documents relating to recommendations for the visa for admission in Pakistan Educational Institutions, were found," the NIA statement had added.

During the searches, the teams also recovered electronic devices including laptops, e-tablets, mobile phones, pen drives, communication system and DVRs.&nbsp;

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has summoned separatist Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Nadeem Geelani, son of another separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani for questioning on Monday in Delhi in a terror funding case, officials said.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has summoned separatist Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Nadeem Geelani, son of another separatist leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani for questioning on Monday in Delhi in a terror funding case, officials said. The move comes amidst the government crackdown on separatist leaders in Kashmir in the aftermath of Pulwama terror attack. About a week ago, the NIA carried out searches at seven locations of separatists in the Kashmir valley, including that of Mirwaiz Umar Farooq in connection with a terror funding case. The agency claimed to have recovered several incriminating documents, including letterheads of different terrorist organisations as well as high-end communication systems, during the raid. “High tech internet communication set up was also recovered from the residence of Mirwaiz Umar Farooq," the premier probe agency for terror crimes had said. "Teams recovered incriminating documents including property papers, financial transactions receipts and bank account details. Significantly, letterheads of different terrorist organisations, as well as documents relating to recommendations for the visa for admission in Pakistan Educational Institutions, were found," the NIA statement had added. During the searches, the teams also recovered electronic devices including laptops, e-tablets, mobile phones, pen drives, communication system and DVRs.

NIA summons Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Geelani's son for questioning

The <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/jammu-and-kashmir-governor-asks-police-to-take-strict-action-against-people-indulging-in-violence-appeals-for-peace-197854">Jammu and Kashmir administration</a> has withdrawn the security cover given to four&nbsp;Kashmiri separatist leaders including Mirwaiz Umar Farooq.&nbsp;

"We are issuing orders withdrawing all security and any government facilities provided to separatist leaders Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Abdul Ghani Bhat, Bilal Lone and Shabir Shah. All security and any vehicles provided to them will stand withdrawn by today evening," the J&amp;K administration's order said.&nbsp;

"No security cover should be provided under any pretext to them or any separatists. If they have any facilities provided by government, they are to be withdrawn forthwith. Police will review if there are any separatists who have government security or facilities and will withdraw them immediately," the order added.&nbsp;

The order however made no mention of pro-Pakistan leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, seen as the tallest of the separatist leaders.&nbsp;

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There was no reason given as to why the security cover of the leaders was being withdrawn but the move comes two days after <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/pulwama-attack-outpouring-of-grief-anger-as-india-says-final-goodbye-to-slain-crpf-jawans-197851">over 40 CRPF personnel were killed</a> in the Pulwama attack.&nbsp;

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A local Kashmiri youth <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/adil-ahmad-dar-the-man-who-carried-out-the-pulwama-attack-197476">Adil Ahmad Dar</a> had rammed a car packed full of explosive into a bus ferrying CRPF personnel. The bus had been part of a convoy of 78 vehicles transporting 2,500 CRPF personnel from Jammu to Srinagar. The attack was later claimed by the Jaish-e-Mohammed, which is headed by Masood Azhar who is based out of Pakistan.&nbsp;

Azhar is one of the three terrorists released by India after the hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC 814 in Kathmandu.&nbsp;

Home Minister Rajnath Singh had on Friday said that the security given to people getting funds from Pakistan and its spy agency ISI should be reviewed.

"Some elements in Jammu and Kashmir have links with the ISI and terrorist organisations. Their security should be reviewed," Singh had said in Kashmir. He was in the state to review the security situation after the Pulwama attack.&nbsp;

The Pulwama attack has baffled Indian intelligence agencies considering the losses Jaish has suffered recently in Kashmir.&nbsp;

Since the attack, India has raised customs duties on Pakistani imports by 200 per cent, making trade with its neighbour virtually impossible.&nbsp;

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also announced that he has given Indian security forces a free hand to respond to the Pulwama attack at a time and place of their choosing. Home Minister Rajnath Singh has promised India will give a "muh-tod"&nbsp;(befitting) reply to the attack.&nbsp;

The Jammu and Kashmir administration has withdrawn the security cover given to four Kashmiri separatist leaders including Mirwaiz Umar Farooq. "We are issuing orders withdrawing all security and any government facilities provided to separatist leaders Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Abdul Ghani Bhat, Bilal Lone and Shabir Shah.

The Jammu and Kashmir administration has withdrawn the security cover given to four Kashmiri separatist leaders including Mirwaiz Umar Farooq. "We are issuing orders withdrawing all security and any government facilities provided to separatist leaders Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Abdul Ghani Bhat, Bilal Lone and Shabir Shah. All security and any vehicles provided to them will stand withdrawn by today evening," the J&K administration's order said. "No security cover should be provided under any pretext to them or any separatists. If they have any facilities provided by government, they are to be withdrawn forthwith. Police will review if there are any separatists who have government security or facilities and will withdraw them immediately," the order added. The order however made no mention of pro-Pakistan leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani, seen as the tallest of the separatist leaders. Srinagar: Visuals from outside Separatist Abdul Ghani Bhat's office&residence after J&K admin withdraws security, Bhat says, 'Security was provided by state govt, I don't need it. My security is Kashmiri ppl. There are chances of war b/w Pak&India.Let them address war issue first pic.twitter.com/uiK5W5sknh — ANI (@ANI) February 17, 2019 × There was no reason given as to why the security cover of the leaders was being withdrawn but the move comes two days after over 40 CRPF personnel were killed in the Pulwama attack. A local Kashmiri youth Adil Ahmad Dar had rammed a car packed full of explosive into a bus ferrying CRPF personnel. The bus had been part of a convoy of 78 vehicles transporting 2,500 CRPF personnel from Jammu to Srinagar. The attack was later claimed by the Jaish-e-Mohammed, which is headed by Masood Azhar who is based out of Pakistan. Azhar is one of the three terrorists released by India after the hijacking of Indian Airlines Flight IC 814 in Kathmandu. Home Minister Rajnath Singh had on Friday said that the security given to people getting funds from Pakistan and its spy agency ISI should be reviewed. "Some elements in Jammu and Kashmir have links with the ISI and terrorist organisations. Their security should be reviewed," Singh had said in Kashmir. He was in the state to review the security situation after the Pulwama attack. The Pulwama attack has baffled Indian intelligence agencies considering the losses Jaish has suffered recently in Kashmir. Since the attack, India has raised customs duties on Pakistani imports by 200 per cent, making trade with its neighbour virtually impossible. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also announced that he has given Indian security forces a free hand to respond to the Pulwama attack at a time and place of their choosing. Home Minister Rajnath Singh has promised India will give a "muh-tod" (befitting) reply to the attack.

J&K: Government withdraws security cover of 4 separatist leaders including Mirwaiz Umar Farooq

Pakistan has no intention to interfere in India's internal matters and New Delhi should not make an issue out of the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/pak-foreign-minister-calls-hurriyat-leader-mirwaiz-umar-farooq-india-calls-it-regressive-step-193753">telephonic conversation with Kashmiri separatist leader </a>Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said.

India Wednesday summoned Pakistan envoy <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-summons-pak-high-commissioner-over-foreign-minister-qureshis-phone-call-to-hurriyat-leader-mirwaiz-umar-farooq-193958">Sohail Mahmood</a> and categorically told him that Qureshi's telephonic conversation was a "brazen attempt" to subvert India's unity and violate its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

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Mahmood was "cautioned" by Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale that persistence of such behaviour will have "implications".

Talking to the media in Multan on Saturday, Qureshi said that Pakistan has no intention to interfere in the internal matters of India, but New Delhi should also stop blaming Islamabad for its problems, Dawn News reported.

The Foreign Minister acknowledged that he spoke with Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz and India should not make it an issue.

"We want to resolve the Kashmir dispute through dialogue but India is making undue hue and cry," Qureshi was quoted as saying by The Express Tribune.

"Issues are emerging in India but Pakistan has no role in that," he said.

Qureshi said that he would highlight Pakistan's view point on Kashmir issue at an event in the House of Common in London this week.

The Foreign Minister said that election in India was an internal matter and Islamabad would try to hold talks with the new government if it wanted to work with Pakistan.

India has made it clear to Pakistan that talks and terrorism cannot go together.

Pakistan's relations with many countries have improved because of successful diplomacy of the incumbent government, he claimed.

He said Saudi crown prince would visit Pakistan this month. "New agreements will be signed during his visit," Qureshi said.

The Pakistan Foreign Office said Tuesday that Qureshi spoke with the Hurriyat leader and discussed with him efforts of Pakistan government to highlight the Kashmir issue.

In New Delhi, the Ministry of External Affairs asserted that the entire Jammu and Kashmir "has been, is and shall remain the integral part of India and that Pakistan has no locus standi in any matters related to the State of Jammu and Kashmir, has been made clear again to the High Commissioner of Pakistan."&nbsp;

According to the government sources in New Delhi, India was particularly anguished over Pakistan's statement on Tuesday, sharing details of the conversation that centred around the Kashmir issue.

Though Pakistani leaders may have telephoned separatists in Kashmir in the past but perhaps, it was the first time in recent years that Islamabad put out a statement highlighting the talking points which New Delhi felt was a clear case of violation of the red lines, the sources said.

Meanwhile, Pakistan's major political parties issued a joint declaration at the end of All Parties Kashmir Conference on Saturday and said that peace in the region was not possible without resolving the Kashmir issue.

The declaration called on the Pakistan government to prepare an effective foreign policy to resolve the long-standing issue of Kashmir.

Pakistan has no intention to interfere in India's internal matters and New Delhi should not make an issue out of the telephonic conversation with Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said.

Pakistan has no intention to interfere in India's internal matters and New Delhi should not make an issue out of the telephonic conversation with Kashmiri separatist leader Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Pakistan Foreign Minister Shah Mehmood Qureshi has said. India Wednesday summoned Pakistan envoy Sohail Mahmood and categorically told him that Qureshi's telephonic conversation was a "brazen attempt" to subvert India's unity and violate its sovereignty and territorial integrity. Also read: 6 times since 2014: Timeline of summoning of Pak high commissioner by Modi government Mahmood was "cautioned" by Foreign Secretary Vijay Gokhale that persistence of such behaviour will have "implications". Talking to the media in Multan on Saturday, Qureshi said that Pakistan has no intention to interfere in the internal matters of India, but New Delhi should also stop blaming Islamabad for its problems, Dawn News reported. The Foreign Minister acknowledged that he spoke with Hurriyat leader Mirwaiz and India should not make it an issue. "We want to resolve the Kashmir dispute through dialogue but India is making undue hue and cry," Qureshi was quoted as saying by The Express Tribune. "Issues are emerging in India but Pakistan has no role in that," he said. Qureshi said that he would highlight Pakistan's view point on Kashmir issue at an event in the House of Common in London this week. The Foreign Minister said that election in India was an internal matter and Islamabad would try to hold talks with the new government if it wanted to work with Pakistan. India has made it clear to Pakistan that talks and terrorism cannot go together. Pakistan's relations with many countries have improved because of successful diplomacy of the incumbent government, he claimed. He said Saudi crown prince would visit Pakistan this month. "New agreements will be signed during his visit," Qureshi said. The Pakistan Foreign Office said Tuesday that Qureshi spoke with the Hurriyat leader and discussed with him efforts of Pakistan government to highlight the Kashmir issue. In New Delhi, the Ministry of External Affairs asserted that the entire Jammu and Kashmir "has been, is and shall remain the integral part of India and that Pakistan has no locus standi in any matters related to the State of Jammu and Kashmir, has been made clear again to the High Commissioner of Pakistan." According to the government sources in New Delhi, India was particularly anguished over Pakistan's statement on Tuesday, sharing details of the conversation that centred around the Kashmir issue. Though Pakistani leaders may have telephoned separatists in Kashmir in the past but perhaps, it was the first time in recent years that Islamabad put out a statement highlighting the talking points which New Delhi felt was a clear case of violation of the red lines, the sources said. Meanwhile, Pakistan's major political parties issued a joint declaration at the end of All Parties Kashmir Conference on Saturday and said that peace in the region was not possible without resolving the Kashmir issue. The declaration called on the Pakistan government to prepare an effective foreign policy to resolve the long-standing issue of Kashmir.

Pakistan has no intention to interfere in India's internal matters: Qureshi after phone call to Mirwaiz

JKLF chairman Mohammad Yasin Malik was detained from his residence in Srinagar, while moderate Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was placed under house arrest on Saturday.

This was done as a precautionary step to prevent them from taking out protest marches after a youth, who was allegedly run over by a CRPF vehicle on Friday, died, a police official said.

Malik was detained from his Maisuma residence and taken to the Kothi Bagh police station, he said.

Mirwaiz was put under house arrest at his Nigeen residence, he added.

Hardline Hurriyat Conference leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani continues to remain under house detention, the police official said.

The three separatist leaders, under the banner of Joint Resistance Leadership (JRL), had called for a shutdown in the Valley on Saturday to protest the death of the youth, Kaiser Bhat (21).

Clashes erupted after the Friday prayers ended at the Jamia Masjid in Srinagar's Nowhatta.

Bhat was hurt when a CRPF vehicle, which was under attack from protestors, hit him and another man.

The two were rushed to SKIMS hospital, where Bhat later died.

This was done as a precautionary step to prevent them from taking out protest marches after a youth, who was allegedly run over by a CRPF vehicle on Friday, died

JKLF chairman Mohammad Yasin Malik was detained from his residence in Srinagar, while moderate Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq was placed under house arrest on Saturday. This was done as a precautionary step to prevent them from taking out protest marches after a youth, who was allegedly run over by a CRPF vehicle on Friday, died, a police official said. Malik was detained from his Maisuma residence and taken to the Kothi Bagh police station, he said. Mirwaiz was put under house arrest at his Nigeen residence, he added. Hardline Hurriyat Conference leader Syed Ali Shah Geelani continues to remain under house detention, the police official said. The three separatist leaders, under the banner of Joint Resistance Leadership (JRL), had called for a shutdown in the Valley on Saturday to protest the death of the youth, Kaiser Bhat (21). Clashes erupted after the Friday prayers ended at the Jamia Masjid in Srinagar's Nowhatta. Bhat was hurt when a CRPF vehicle, which was under attack from protestors, hit him and another man. The two were rushed to SKIMS hospital, where Bhat later died.

J&K: Yasin Malik detained, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq put under house arrest

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, separatist leaders Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Syed Ali Shah Geelani were put under house arrest on Saturday as restrictions were imposed in parts of the city following their call to march towards Lal Chowk.

The police reached the Hyderpora residence of Geelani and Naseem Bagh area residence of Farooq and conveyed to them the decision of the Jammu and Kashmir authorities of placing them under house arrest as a precautionary measure, officials said.

"As the authoritarian rulers once again belie any claim to democracy by imposing #HouseArrests #Curfew #Restrictions #Barricades #Blockades closure of educational institutions on the visit of Indian PM to valley, I will peacefully march towards #LalChowk at 11 am," Farooq tweeted this morning.

The separatists had given a call for a march to Lal Chowk, located in the heart of the city, to protest against the alleged violence by security forces in the valley.

During his Friday sermons, Farooq had said that the one-month suspension of anti-militancy operations in the Valley was not enough.&nbsp

He had urged the Centre to revoke draconian laws such as the Armed Forces Special Powers Act and the Public Safety Act besides initiating a dialogue process with Pakistan and the people of Kashmir, especially the separatist groups.

Lal Chowk has been barricaded and all entry points sealed to prevent people from gathering in the area, the officials said.

Tight security measures were placed in the entire city last night in the wake of the prime minister's arrival in Srinagar this afternoon.

Restrictions were imposed in downtown areas and vehicular movement, other than that of tourists, was bare minimum.

The roads wore a deserted look as people preferred to remain indoors.

A three-tier security ring has been thrown around the city ahead of Modi's visit and all roads leading to the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre were blocked for any vehicular movement.

According to the traffic police advisory, all roads leading to the venue would be closed until Sunday afternoon until the prime minister is in the city.&nbsp

The river police wing of state police, the CRPF and the BSF have been deployed in the Dal lake while the Army has been asked to dominate the Zaberwan peak overlooking the venue where Modi would carry out the inaugurate a power project and a ring road around Srinagar.&nbsp

 
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Tight security measures were placed in the entire city last night in the wake of the prime minister's arrival in Srinagar this afternoon

Ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit, separatist leaders Mirwaiz Umar Farooq and Syed Ali Shah Geelani were put under house arrest on Saturday as restrictions were imposed in parts of the city following their call to march towards Lal Chowk. The police reached the Hyderpora residence of Geelani and Naseem Bagh area residence of Farooq and conveyed to them the decision of the Jammu and Kashmir authorities of placing them under house arrest as a precautionary measure, officials said. "As the authoritarian rulers once again belie any claim to democracy by imposing #HouseArrests #Curfew #Restrictions #Barricades #Blockades closure of educational institutions on the visit of Indian PM to valley, I will peacefully march towards #LalChowk at 11 am," Farooq tweeted this morning. The separatists had given a call for a march to Lal Chowk, located in the heart of the city, to protest against the alleged violence by security forces in the valley. During his Friday sermons, Farooq had said that the one-month suspension of anti-militancy operations in the Valley was not enough. He had urged the Centre to revoke draconian laws such as the Armed Forces Special Powers Act and the Public Safety Act besides initiating a dialogue process with Pakistan and the people of Kashmir, especially the separatist groups. Lal Chowk has been barricaded and all entry points sealed to prevent people from gathering in the area, the officials said. Tight security measures were placed in the entire city last night in the wake of the prime minister's arrival in Srinagar this afternoon. Restrictions were imposed in downtown areas and vehicular movement, other than that of tourists, was bare minimum. The roads wore a deserted look as people preferred to remain indoors. A three-tier security ring has been thrown around the city ahead of Modi's visit and all roads leading to the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre were blocked for any vehicular movement. According to the traffic police advisory, all roads leading to the venue would be closed until Sunday afternoon until the prime minister is in the city. The river police wing of state police, the CRPF and the BSF have been deployed in the Dal lake while the Army has been asked to dominate the Zaberwan peak overlooking the venue where Modi would carry out the inaugurate a power project and a ring road around Srinagar.

Ahead of PM Modi's visit in J&K, separatist leaders Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, Syed Ali Shah Geelani put under house arrest

The Jammu and Kashmir police detained moderate <a href="http://www.wionews.com/india-news/ahead-of-pm-modis-visit-in-jk-separatist-leaders-mirwaiz-umar-farooq-syed-ali-shah-geelani-put-under-house-arrest--138094">Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq</a> along with several other leaders and activists of the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF).on Saturday after he defied house arrest.

The separatist leader was detained after he tried to march towards Lal Chowk city centre in Srinagar to demand the Kashmir issue resolution during Prime Minister&nbsp;Modi's visit to the state.

On Friday, Farook had called the people to present their "Man Ki Baat" to the Prime Minister on Lal Chowk. He had also asked the people for a complete shut down in the state.

He said while addressing a Friday congregation at Jama Masjid "Mr Modi all have been listening to your 'Mann ki Baat' for years now. As you come here tomorrow, allow us Kashmiris to peacefully gather at Lal Chowk so that you hear our 'Mann ki baat'! It's just three words-- Resolve Kashmir Dispute".

The Joint Resistance Leadership comprises Mirwaiz, Syed Ali Shah Geelani and Mohammad Yasin Malik had said, "India will try to use the visit of its prime minister to mislead the world community and its own people by claiming that people of Jammu and Kashmir are happy being part of India. The ground reality is that the situation in the state is like hell".

The separatist leaders were put under house arrest ahead of PM Modi's visit to the state as&nbsp;restrictions were imposed in parts of the city following their call to march towards Lal Chowk.

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The separatist leader was detained after he tried to march towards Lal Chowk city centre in Srinagar to demand the Kashmir issue resolution during Prime Minister Modi's visit to the state

The Jammu and Kashmir police detained moderate Hurriyat Conference chairman Mirwaiz Umar Farooq along with several other leaders and activists of the Jammu Kashmir Liberation Front (JKLF).on Saturday after he defied house arrest. The separatist leader was detained after he tried to march towards Lal Chowk city centre in Srinagar to demand the Kashmir issue resolution during Prime Minister Modi's visit to the state. On Friday, Farook had called the people to present their "Man Ki Baat" to the Prime Minister on Lal Chowk. He had also asked the people for a complete shut down in the state. He said while addressing a Friday congregation at Jama Masjid "Mr Modi all have been listening to your 'Mann ki Baat' for years now. As you come here tomorrow, allow us Kashmiris to peacefully gather at Lal Chowk so that you hear our 'Mann ki baat'! It's just three words-- Resolve Kashmir Dispute". The Joint Resistance Leadership comprises Mirwaiz, Syed Ali Shah Geelani and Mohammad Yasin Malik had said, "India will try to use the visit of its prime minister to mislead the world community and its own people by claiming that people of Jammu and Kashmir are happy being part of India. The ground reality is that the situation in the state is like hell". The separatist leaders were put under house arrest ahead of PM Modi's visit to the state as restrictions were imposed in parts of the city following their call to march towards Lal Chowk.