Permission for the procession is significant since it was not allowed for more than three decades, as the government saw processionists as being soft towards the separatist movement.
Despite Imran Raza Ansari s dramatic walkout, the J&K administration continues to engage in constructive dialogues with all stakeholders, including Shia community leaders, to address concerns and make necessary preparations, which is a clear demonstration of the government s intent to allow Muharram processions in the Valley.
After the video of this incident went viral, Hindu organisations organised a meeting in the temple premises late at night demanding strict action against the culprits.
Despite the administration's claims that normalcy has returned to the erstwhile state, the 33-year-old ban on Muharram processions continues to remain in place.