A bandh is being observed in Kishtwar to protest against the killing of BJP state secretary Anil Parihar and his brother by terrorists. The call for Bandh given by Sanatan Dharam Sabha is being supported by VHP, Majlis-e-Shoura, Chenab Valley Traders Association and Vyopar Mandal. All business establishments closed.

Meanwhile the curfew has been relaxed from 7am to 5pm. The sources said the curfew is likely to be extended by another two hours