In Andhra Pradesh, the situation continued to be peaceful and under control today on the fourth day of curfew in the old city of Hyderabad. No incident of fresh violence reported from the trouble-torn areas in the last two days. <br/><br/>Amidst elaborate security arrangements, Friday prayers passed off peacefully in the curfew-clamped areas of old city. Many a devout offered prayers in their houses following issuance of fatwa to this effect by religious leaders.<br/><br/>City Police Commissioner A K Khan told reporters that the situation is fully under control and no untoward incidents were reported so far from anywhere. He said the authorities would consider relaxing curfew for tomorrow morning if the situation remained peaceful later today. <br/><br/>Already 21 companies of central forces have been deployed in 25 police station areas. As many as 109 cases were registered in connection with the clashes between two groups and over 200 people were picked up for questioning, the Police Commissioner said.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, 10th class board examination scheduled tomorrow has been post poned in Hyderabad district as the curfew is continuing in 25 police station areas in the city.
News On AIR | April 2, 2010 6:30 PM
Situation peaceful & under control on 4th day of curfew in H’bad