Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has came out in the favour of having a dialogue with the Central Government over the formation of the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC).

Talking to reporters here, Abdullah said that mutual dialogue between state chief ministers and the Central Government was needed to put a rest on the controversy over the setting up of NCTC to rest.

"I have no doubt that in the days and months ahead the central government will as a result of the recent controversy that has arisen over the issue of NCTC call the state governments for a consultation.

"I believe that consultation is essential and during the course of that consultation we will share the thoughts of the state government with the centre," Abdullah added.