Srinagar, July 3 -- The over-a-week-long deadlock over the supply of livestock to Kashmir ended on Friday after the Kashmir Mutton Dealers Association (KMDA) called off its strike following the Punjab government's intervention.
The association said it decided to withdraw the strike after receiving assurances from the Punjab government, paving the way for the resumption of livestock imports to the Valley.
Welcoming the development, National Conference state spokesman Imran Dar credited Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah for resolving the crisis through his intervention.
"Deadlock ended! Kudos to HCM @OmarAbdullahsb for his swift intervention in resolving the Mutton crisis with Punjab. Finally, relief for the people during the ...