Jammu: A night curfew has been imposed in areas within a two-kilometer radius of the International Border in Samba district, a zone frequently targeted by terrorists crossing over from Pakistan into the Jammu region.
Officials said the decision was made after consultations with various security stakeholders. This border area, which shares a boundary with Pakistan, had previously been under night curfew restrictions until early January of this year.
The renewed curfew aims to support Border Security Force (BSF) operations and bolster security measures, according to officials.
An official order issued by Samba District Magistrate Ayushi Sudan states that the curfew will be enforced daily from 10 pm to 5 am for the next two months, subject to early withdrawal if deemed necessary.
“The decision, taken in coordination with security agencies, seeks to enhance border surveillance and prevent unlawful activities by regulating civilian movement during nighttime hours,” the order said.
Movement during curfew hours will only be allowed for valid reasons, and individuals must present valid identification when requested by BSF or police personnel.
Violators of the curfew will face legal consequences, the order warned.
Officials said this step is part of ongoing efforts to curb cross-border infiltration and the smuggling of weapons and narcotics.
Notably, the Sanyal belt in Samba district witnessed a deadly encounter in May this year, where four policemen lost their lives and three others, including a deputy superintendent of police, sustained injuries.
