Srinagar : Train service in the Kashmir valley has been suspended for security reasons today, when separatist organisations have called for a general strike in protest against the killing of top commander of Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) in an encounter with security forces in south Kashmir district of Anantnag last evening. Burhan Wani, most wanted commander of HM, carrying a reward of Rs 10 lakhs and two other militants were killed by security forces in Kokernag area in south Kashmir, evoking massive spontaneous protests in the valley. All trrains run between Srinagar-Badgm- Baramulla in north Kashmir and Badgam-Srinagar-Anantnag-Qazigund in south Kashmir to Banihal in Jammu regions have been suspended for security reasons. As there was apprehension of trouble during the strike, rail service has been suspended, a railway official said. He said in the past protestors attacked and damaged railway property, including trains causing massive loss. There was also risk to passengers so the trains have been suspended today, he added. Resumption of rail service tomorrow will depend upon the overall situation in the valley, he said. (Agencies)
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