High alert in Kashmir ahead of Independence Day

Srinagar: A high alert has been imposed across the Kashmir Valley ahead of the Independence Day on Tuesday, amid reports of a grenade-lobbying incident taking place recently.

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J & K Director General of Police (DGP) SP Vaid said that such incidents happen there, but they will ensure that the August 15 celebrations go well.

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"We have taken all the precautions and sufficient deployments have been made. I am sure August 15 will pass off peacefully and well-attended," he added. India celebrates its 70th Independence Day on August 15 - Tuesday. (ANI)

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