No operations in J&K during Ramzan, Centre to security forces

New Delhi: In a decision to reduce the morale of security forces, the Centre has told security forces not to launch operations in Jammu and Kashmir during the holy month of Ramadan.

The decision was taken "to help the peace loving Muslims observe Ramzan in a peaceful environment", a Home Ministry statement said.

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The Centre has, however, given Indian Army and J&K Police the right to retaliate if attacked or if essential to protect the lives of innocent people.

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Home Minister Rajnath Singh informed Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti about the decision, it said.