{"id":15500,"date":"2026-03-26T03:28:06","date_gmt":"2026-03-26T03:28:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kashmirthunder.in\/?p=15500"},"modified":"2026-03-26T03:28:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T03:28:06","slug":"div-com-denies-lockdown-rumours-in-kashmir-says-stocks-adequate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kashmirthunder.in\/index.php\/2026\/03\/26\/div-com-denies-lockdown-rumours-in-kashmir-says-stocks-adequate\/","title":{"rendered":"Div Com denies lockdown rumours in Kashmir, says stocks adequate"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Urges public to rely on official information<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Warns action against misinformation<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Srinagar, Mar 25: Dismissing rumours about a possible lockdown, Divisional Commissioner (Div Com) Kashmir Anshul Garg on Wednesday said there is no such proposal under consideration. He urged people not to panic and assured that stocks of essential commodities are sufficient and being closely monitored.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking to reporters in Srinagar, the Div Com said that misinformation was being spread regarding a lockdown. He clarified that no such decision has been taken by the government.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMany rumours are being circulated, but there is no update regarding any lockdown. If any such decision is taken, it will be officially communicated by the Government of India or the Prime Minister. People should not panic,\u201d he said, as reported by the news agency\u2014Kashmir News Observer (KNO).<\/p>\n<p>He said the administration is closely monitoring the availability and distribution of essential supplies and ensuring that there is no shortage in the Valley. \u201cStocks of essential commodities are sufficient, and their supply is being continuously monitored,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Warning against rumour-mongering, Garg said strict directions have been issued to deal with those spreading misinformation. \u201cAction will be taken against anyone found indulging in spreading rumours. People should rely only on official government sources for authentic information,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>On the prevailing security situation, he said it remains stable and under constant review. \u201cThere is no change in the security scenario. Regular joint reviews are being conducted by the district administration and police to ensure normalcy,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>Highlighting the ongoing tourist season, the Divisional Commissioner said that tourist destinations are open and are witnessing a steady inflow of visitors.<\/p>\n<p>Referring to the recent opening of the Tulip Garden, he said the administration is closely monitoring tourist footfall throughout the day. \u201cWe appeal to tourists to visit Kashmir in large numbers during the spring and summer season,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>The clarification by Div Com comes amid a surge in rumours about a possible lockdown in Kashmir, which had triggered concern among residents and led to panic buying in some areas. 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