Srinagar and the surrounding areas of Kashmir remained peaceful and calm during the annual observation of Republic Day, 26 January 2008. Despite predictions of terrorist activity, the valley did not experience the violence that has marred the national holiday in previous years.
The run-up to Republic Day was marked by increasing tensions in Srinagar as government forces stepped up planned search and surveillance operations. Furthermore, the observation of a holiday boycott, known as "Black Day" in Srinagar, resulted in a widespread shutdown of transportation and retail services, which only added to the woes of city-dwellers.
Fears of violence based on past history were heightened last week as police discovered and seized 8kg of RDX explosives meant to disrupt Republic Day celebrations.
Photo credit: Kashmir Media Service
Incident-Free Republic Day in State - Tribune, 27 January 2008.
Red Alert in Kashmir - Tribune, 25 January 2008.
Top Militant Killed in Kashmir - BBC, 24 January 2008.
Terror Plan Foiled, 8kg RDX Seized - Tribune, 24 January 2008.
27 January 2008
PEACEFUL REPUBLIC DAY IN KASHMIR
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