Jammu meat shops witnessed a brief spell of tension on Wednesday in the Gujjar Nagar area after activists of a fringe group attempted to forcibly shut them down. The situation eased after shopkeepers resisted the move and police intervened in time.
Tension Reported in Gujjar Nagar Area
POONCH MIRROR NEWS DESK JANUARY 21,2026
Jammu meat shops saw brief tension on Wednesday in the Gujjar Nagar area. The situation arose after activists of a fringe group attempted to shut shops forcibly.
However, shopkeepers resisted the move and refused to comply.
However, shopkeepers refused to comply. They stood firm and questioned the demand.
Jammu meat shops
According to shopkeepers, the activists reached the area suddenly.
They demanded the immediate closure of meat shops.
At the same time, they allegedly issued threats to traders.
However, shop owners questioned the legal basis of the demand.
They made it clear that their businesses operate within the law.
“We sell legal products and hold valid licences,” said a trader.
“Therefore, no one has the right to force us to close.”
Licensed Business, Say Shopkeepers
Moreover, traders stressed that authorities had approved their businesses.
They said they follow all required rules and regulations.
Meanwhile, local residents also supported the shopkeepers.
As a result, the activists failed to create pressure and left the area.
“We run licensed businesses,” said a shopkeeper. “We sell legal products only.”
At the same time, local residents supported the traders. As a result, the activists failed to pressure them.
Police Respond, Situation Remains Calm
Police officials reached the spot. The situation remained under control.
However, police maintained a presence in the area.
As a precaution, they monitored the situation closely.
No arrests were made, officials confirmed.
Locals Allege Attempt to Disturb Harmony
Several residents accused the group of trying to provoke unrest.
According to them, such actions disturb peace unnecessarily.
“We sell chicken to every community,” shopkeepers said.
“Yet, these unknown activists tried to threaten us. They even attempted to loot our shops,” they alleged.
Meanwhile, similar law and order concerns have surfaced earlier in Jammu, as reported in our detailed coverage of local protests in Jammu.
They also alleged an attempt to loot their shops.
Residents Seek Firm Action
Therefore, locals urged the administration to act strictly.
They warned that such incidents could create avoidable tension.
Finally, residents appealed to authorities to protect lawful traders.
They also demanded steps to ensure peace and normal life in the area.
Moreover, police officials stated that action would be taken strictly as per law and existing regulations, in line with public order guidelines issued by the Jammu and Kashmir Police.
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Finally, locals appealed for protection of lawful traders. They also demanded steps to maintain peace.
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