Omar meets J-K Governor,discusses decentralisation of power

Governor and CM discussed issues relating to decentralised of democratic set up in state.

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Srinagar | August 22, 2011 03:11 PM IST

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Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah met the state Governor to discuss issues related to decentralisation of democratic setup in the state ahead of municpal polls. Omar called on Governor N N Vohra at Raj Bhawan on Sunday evening,an official spokesman said.

During the 30-minute meeting,the Governor and the Chief Minister discussed certain important issues relating to establishment of a decentralised democratic set up covering rural and urban areas of the state.

Panchayat elections,aimed at devolution of power in rural areas were held in the state earlier this year,while municipal elections for urban areas are expected to be held later this year.