Early Times Report
Jammu, Oct 22: The High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh has ordered the shifting of its Main Wing and several important administrative offices from Srinagar to Jammu in connection with the Annual Darbar Move for the winter season 2026–27.
According to Order No. 1649 of 2026/RG/NG-103(I), issued by Registrar General M.K. Sharma on October 22, 2026, the Main Wing of the High Court, along with other designated offices, will close at Srinagar on October 31, 2026 (Saturday), after office hours and reopen at Jammu on November 2, 2026 (Monday), in the forenoon.
The offices covered under the order include the office of the Principal Secretary to the Chief Justice, Registrar Vigilance, Director of the J&K Judicial Academy, Registrar Rules, Registrar Computer (IT) and Central Project Coordinator (CPC), e-Courts.
The order further provides that employees moving from Srinagar to Jammu in connection with the annual Darbar Move shall be entitled to Special Move Travelling Allowance (T.A.) at a uniform rate of Rs 25,000.
However, the Registrar General has made it clear that employees who do not move will not be entitled to the Special Move T.A. of Rs 25,000.
Meanwhile, the Registrar Judicial, High Court Wing, Jammu, has been directed to ensure that the chambers, courts and Registry offices are made ready and fully functional before November 2, 2026. Directions have also been issued to ensure that all telephone connections are operational before the reopening.
The order further specifies that official correspondence addressed to the Chief Justice, Registrar General and other designated administrative officers will be received by the Administrative Wing at Srinagar until October 30, 2026, and thereafter at the High Court Main Wing, Jammu.
Copies of the order have been forwarded to the concerned judicial officers, administrative departments, Bar Associations and other authorities for information and necessary action. (JNF) |
