Jammu and Kashmir security agencies step up vigilance ahead of planned protests on August 5, marked by multiple political parties to coincide with the anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370. According to reports, demonstrations are scheduled at or around party headquarters and in other locations across Jammu and Kashmir. The National Conference is described as observing the day as “black day,” with protests planned at its party headquarters in Srinagar and across districts. Other parties, including the PDP and Congress, are also reported to mark August 5 as “Black Day” through protests outside their respective headquarters in Jammu. Protesters call for restoration of statehood and constitutional safeguards for the region.
Security measures described across the reports include intensified vehicle checks, heightened surveillance at sensitive locations, and increased monitoring by security forces in the Jammu region. The measures aim to manage crowds and prevent potential disruptions as parties proceed with their planned protests.
