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Summary A two-day general strike was observed in Indian-held Kashmir for release of 200 arrested people.
Street protesters shut down most businesses and schools where routine life was hampered.Tuesdays strike was called by popular freedom fighter Syed Ali Shah Geelani. He is seeking the release of nearly 250 people arrested for allegedly throwing rocks at government forces during anti-India protests. Police say only about 100 people are in custody.
