MHA Takes Control Over Police Postings In Jammu And Kashmir

The Ministry of Home Affairs has decided to take charge of all transfers and posting of the Jammu and Kashmir police personnel. An official with the Home Ministry told OneIndia that the MHA would also be involved in the operational effectiveness of the police. The decision comes days after the J&K police arrested suspended cop, Davinder Singh for escorting terrorists to safety. The ministry has issued fresh orders stating that all postings of even station house officers must be made after informing the MHA. This responsibility would be handed by R R Bhatnagar, the advisor to the Lieutenant Governor. He will suggest appropriate measures for effective policing and intelligence gathering, according to the MHA order.