Four youths were injured when government forces fired pellets on protesters in Shopian after Friday prayers. Local sources said that protests erupted in Baba Mohalla of south town soon after the congregational prayers. They said four protesters were hit by pellets including Waseem Tak who was later shifted to Srinagar for specialised treatment.
Meanwhile, clashes also took place in Kanlibagh and Khawajabgh areas of Baramulla town after Friday prayers. Reports of massive but peaceful protests have also come from old town Baramulla.