In a big update for students in Jammu and Kashmir, the J&K Board of School Education (JKBOSE) has decided to postpone the Class 10 and 11 exams scheduled for today. The move comes after authorities imposed strict restrictions in Doda district, making it tough to conduct the tests safely.
JKBOSE shared an official statement explaining that limits on public movement and transport in Doda forced this decision. “We want to keep students safe and ensure exams run smoothly,” the board said. Don’t worry, though – new dates for these postponed papers will come out soon. Keep an eye on JKBOSE updates for the latest on J&K board exams.
So, what’s behind these Doda restrictions? It all started on Tuesday when protesters clashed with police in the district. They were demanding the release of MLA Mehraj Malik from Doda. Things got heated as protesters threw stones at security forces. To keep the peace, the district administration quickly put curbs on public movement. Now, gatherings of four or more people are illegal, and the order aims to protect lives and property in Doda.
Mehraj Malik got arrested on Monday in Doda town under the tough Public Safety Act (PSA). This law lets authorities hold someone for up to two years without a court trial, all to maintain law and order. The District Magistrate of Doda issued the detention order, saying it was needed to stop trouble in the area.
This PSA detention has sparked a lot of outrage. Almost all political leaders in Jammu and Kashmir have condemned it, except those from the BJP. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah even met Malik’s father on Tuesday. He slammed the arrest, saying, “Issues like this could’ve been sorted in the Assembly. Detaining an elected MLA under PSA hurts our democracy.”
The Speaker of the Legislative Assembly got informed about the detention as per the rules. But a statement from the Speaker’s office made it clear: This is just procedure – it doesn’t mean they support the move.
On top of that, an order from the Additional District Magistrate on Wednesday bans provocative speeches, slogans, or gestures that could stir up unrest. It also stops people from carrying sticks or sharp weapons in Doda. These steps are all about preventing more clashes and keeping the district calm amid the ongoing protests for MLA Mehraj Malik’s release.
As tensions simmer in Doda, students across Jammu and Kashmir wait for fresh exam dates. Stay tuned for more on JKBOSE exam postponement and the latest from J&K politics.
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