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Governor’s rule in JK doesn’t mean a ‘muscular security approach’, says N N Vohra

In an exclusive interview with Hindustan Times, Governor of Jammu and Kashmir, N.N Vohra has said that the Governor’s rule in the conflict-stricken state did not mean a muscular security approach, but rather better governance and more focus on development.

“I am unaware of the genesis of the [talk on the] hard line approach. The entire administrative apparatus, from the very top to the bottom shall function with efficiency, speed and accountability to serve the people and regain the trust of the common man,” he stated.

He said it was important to seek the involvement and support of the civic elements in the society so that a positive environment could be rendered.

Administrative functioning during the period of unitary rule is not anti-people. On the contrary, such spells are utilised to speed up the machinery and render prompt service, particularly to the neglected elements of society and those living in underdeveloped areas,” he replied when inquired about the difficulty of ruling an alienated population.

Addressing the path of violence that the youth have begun to take in the valley, the governor said he planned to work through parents, teachers and civil society. He also added that ‘every possible effort’ would be used to regain their confidence and that support from political organisations were underway.

Talking about the Ramzan ceasefire agreement, Vohra said, “The suspension of anti-terror operations was a gesture harmonising with the traditional spirit of piety and harmony relating to the holy month of Ramzan”.

Governor’s rule in JK was announced after the fall of the PDP-BJP coalition last week, leading to the President granting his immediate approval for N.N Vohra to take office.

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