South Kashmir authorities have imposed a two-month ban on trekking, hiking, and camping in popular mountain passes like Margan Top, Chuharnag, and Sinthan Top, citing public safety and security concerns. This decision follows a similar ban in North Kashmir's Tangmarg area. Sources indicate the prohibition is linked to a major anti-militancy operation targeting Pakistan-based militants believed to be active in the high-altitude, dense forests of the Pir Panjal mountains.