Srinagar, July 26: Normal life in Kashmir Valley was paralysed today due to a strike called by a students' association to protest the alleged comments on holy Quran by VHP leader Acharya Giriraj Kishore. Shops, business establishments and educational institutions remained closed while few private vehicles were seen plying on the roads. The government and semi-government offices recorded thin attendence.
The strike was called by Jammu and Kashmir students association.
The VHP leader had allegedly asked Muslims to delete 20 verses of holy Quran "which preach hatred against non-Muslims" that evoked strong condemnation from all parties in the valley.

Bureau Report