JAMMU: Governor Satya Pal Malik convened a high-level meeting at the Raj Bhavan on Saturday and appealed to the people of Jammu and Kashmir to maintain peace and communal harmony. He said that the people of the state have always believed in mutual brotherhood and co-existence throughout the ages.
The meeting at Raj Bhavan was attended by his Advisors Vijay Kumar, Khursheed Ahmad Ganai, KK Sharma and K Skandan, besides BVR Subramanyam, Chief Secretary, Dilbagh Singh, Director General of Police, Umang Narula, Principal Secretary to Governor, and Shaleen Kabra, Principal Secretary Home.
The Governor directed the police to take strict action against those indulging in any type of violence, arson or rumour mongering, irrespective of political and religious affiliation.
The Governor reviewed the situation of students from Jammu and Kashmir in various universities and colleges across the country. He was informed that the Liaison Officers appointed at all major locations were working effectively and coordinating with University Authorities and local police to ensure the safety of J&K students.
The Governor was informed that the Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, held a Peace Committee meeting in Jammu yesterday. In the meeting, all parties condemned the unfortunate incidents in Jammu city and agreed to restrain their supporters from indulging in any unlawful behaviour.
The Governor directed Divisional Commissioner, Jammu, to hold another Peace Committee Meeting and appeal to all parties to maintain peace and harmony.
The Governor asked all political parties and senior political leaders to appeal to people to maintain peace and harmony. He requested them not to pay heed to rumours or misleading information being circulated.
