Curfew imposed after violence in Zanskar

Srinagar: Curfew was on Wednesday imposed in Zanskar area of Kargil district in Jammu and Kashmir following clashes between two communities in which three persons including a senior official were injured.

"Curfew was imposed in Zanskar area following clashes between two communities. Three persons including the Tehsildar of Zanskar were injured in the clashes, who are being shifted to Srinagar," a police spokesman said.

He said the situation is under control and constantly monitored by civil and police administration, who are camping in the town.

"Additional reinforcements of police have been dispatched from Srinagar to assist the administration," the spokesman said.

PTI