Leh, Sept 30: Curfew in Leh town, imposed after violent protests on September 24, was relaxed for seven hours from 10 AM on Tuesday, allowing markets and essential services to reopen and providing relief to residents affected by a week-long lockdown, officials said.

Earlier, curfew restrictions were eased for two hours on Monday following the last rites of four people, including a retired Army personnel, who were killed during clashes between protesters and security forces. A police official said no untoward incident was reported on Tuesday, with police and paramilitary forces maintaining a strict vigil in sensitive areas.

The curfew relaxation initially extended from 10 AM to 2 PM, later prolonged depending on emerging circumstances. The Additional District Magistrate in Leh, Ghulam Moh

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