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Graffiti of foreign flag removed by police outside Imambara in Srinagar

Srinagar, June 24 (UNI) Police on Tuesday removed graffiti resembling a flag of Israel, in Zadibal area of Srinagar.

This comes a day after police detained two persons for installing US and Israeli flags on the outskirts of Srinagar city.

Police Station Zadibal received information about graffiti resembling a foreign flag (Israel) painted on the road outside the main entrance of Imambara Zadibal.

Police said a Police team acting swiftly reached the location and ensured immediate removal of the graffiti to maintain communal harmony and public order.

“Preliminary inquiry revealed the involvement of three local teenage girls, all students residing in the area,” police said.

“Given their age and the sensitivity of the act, their parents were called to the Police Station and the minors were counselled in their presence,” police added.
They were sensitised about the implications of such actions and the need to uphold communal harmony and responsible civic behaviour.

Police said legal action shall follow strictly in accordance with the juvenile justice framework.

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