Not wrong to give telecom powers to L-G as he is in charge of security: J-K CM

Srinagar: Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah on Monday said there is nothing wrong in giving telecom powers to the lieutenant governor during public safety events, as he holds the charge of security and law and order.

“This is the right thing. These powers should be with the lieutenant governor. This is not against the business rules or the reorganisation act,” Abdullah told reporters.

He said that orders to stop phone services or internet are issued by the home department, which comes under the Lieutenant Governor (L-G).