Srinagar, Oct. 1 -- More than 12 spectators were briefly detained and later released after counselling for allegedly not standing during the national anthem at the final of the J&K Police Martyrs' Memorial Football Tournament in Srinagar last evening, officials said today.

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha was the chief guest at the event.

The anthem was played live by a band.

"No charges were filed," an officer said.

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