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Politics
J&K Government Retains 158 Officers at Srinagar Civil Secretariat for 2026‑27 Winter Darbar
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 01 Nov 2026, 01:17 AM
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The Jammu and Kashmir administration has listed 158 officers and officials to remain at the Srinagar Civil Secretariat during the upcoming 2026‑27 winter Darbar shift.
The Jammu and Kashmir government announced that a total of 158 officers and officials will continue to serve at the Srinagar Civil Secretariat as the administration prepares for the winter Darbar move scheduled for the 2026‑27 fiscal year. The decision, reported by Daily Excelsior, aims to ensure seamless functioning of the secretariat during the seasonal relocation of the Darbar.
The retained personnel include senior bureaucrats, administrative staff and support officers whose roles are critical for maintaining day‑to‑day operations. By keeping this core team in place, the government seeks to avoid disruptions in service delivery and to provide continuity in policy implementation throughout the winter session.
The winter Darbar shift, an annual practice, involves moving key administrative functions to accommodate the colder months in the Kashmir valley. Retaining a substantial number of officials at the secretariat underscores the administration’s focus on stability and efficient governance during this period.
Officials familiar with the procedural nuances of the Darbar’s winter schedule will oversee logistical arrangements, coordinate inter‑departmental communication, and manage any emergent issues. The move is expected to facilitate a smoother transition and uphold the administrative calendar without delays.
The list of 158 retained staff members has been made public, reflecting the government’s transparency in its staffing decisions for the upcoming winter Darbar.
The retained personnel include senior bureaucrats, administrative staff and support officers whose roles are critical for maintaining day‑to‑day operations. By keeping this core team in place, the government seeks to avoid disruptions in service delivery and to provide continuity in policy implementation throughout the winter session.
The winter Darbar shift, an annual practice, involves moving key administrative functions to accommodate the colder months in the Kashmir valley. Retaining a substantial number of officials at the secretariat underscores the administration’s focus on stability and efficient governance during this period.
Officials familiar with the procedural nuances of the Darbar’s winter schedule will oversee logistical arrangements, coordinate inter‑departmental communication, and manage any emergent issues. The move is expected to facilitate a smoother transition and uphold the administrative calendar without delays.
The list of 158 retained staff members has been made public, reflecting the government’s transparency in its staffing decisions for the upcoming winter Darbar.