Srinagar, April 8 Celebrations broke out in various parts of Kashmir after the US-Iran ceasefire announcement, with people hailing it as a "victory" for the Islamic Republic.
Hundreds of people, particularly in Shia-dominated areas of the valley, gathered on the streets to celebrate the ceasefire.
The celebrations erupted in Saidakadal and Zadibal areas of the city, as well as in Budgam, Baramulla, Ganderbal, Pulwama, and Bandipora districts of the valley.
Waving Iranian flags, the people expressed joy over the ceasefire announcement and burst crackers to celebrate. They also distributed Kashmiri kehwa as part of the celebrations.
The people hailed the ceasefire as a "victory" of Iran over the US and Israel.
"This ceasefire is a victory for Iran. They brought the US and Israel to their knees. Today, we are celebrating this victory," a member of the Shia community in Budgam said.
Earlier, large-scale fundraising events were held in Kashmir in solidarity with Iran. People of the valley donated money and other valuables to help the people of Iran.
Kashmir and Iran share deep-rooted cultural, linguistic, and religious ties, with Kashmir often being referred to as "Iran-e-Sagheer" (little Iran).
