India, March 31 -- The Jammu and Kashmir government on Monday said it is committed to protect every religious place, including temples, gurudwaras, mosques and churches and does not require additional legislation for the purpose.
Responding in the House, Deputy Chief Minister, Surinder Choudhary said successive governments led by Omar Abdullah have introduced measures from time to time to preserve the sanctity of religious institutions and ensure their proper management.
"There are already well-defined rules and regulations in place to protect religious properties. Wherever violations have been reported, strict action has been taken," he said.
Dy CM made these remarks while opposing a private member's bill moved by a BJP legislator Balwa...