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Jammu wing to close on April 30, Srinagar to reopen on May 4
High Court announces Darbar Move
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Jammu, Apr 18: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has announced the annual Darbar Move for the Summer Season-2026, ordering that its Main Wing at Jammu shall close on April 30 after office hours and reopen at Srinagar on May 4 in the forenoon. The order also applies to the office of the Principal Secretary to Hon’ble the Chief Justice, Registrar Vigilance, Director J&K Judicial Academy, Registrar Rules, Registrar Computer (IT) and the Central Project Coordinator (CPC) e-Courts.
As per Order No. 544 of 2026/RG/NG-103(I) dated April 16, 2026, Special Move T.A. at a uniform rate of Rs 25,000 per move employee has been sanctioned. However, the order makes it clear that the benefit will not be available to employees who do not move before or within the prescribed date.
The High Court has further directed the Registrar Judicial, Srinagar wing, to ensure that chambers, courts and offices of the registry are made fully functional before May 4 and that all telephones are restored in time for the reopening. Copies of the order have been forwarded to judicial officers, district courts, bar associations and other concerned authorities across Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh for information and necessary action. (JNF)