Srinagar, May 4 (JKNS): Marking the annual Darbar Move, the Civil Secretariat resumed functioning in Srinagar on Monday as the administration formally shifted from Jammu following the conclusion of its six-month winter session.
As per news agency JKNS, all government offices, including the office of Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, have started functioning in the summer capital from today.
The Chief Minister Omar Abdullah received a ceremonial guard of honour on the occasion.
The Secretariat in Jammu had concluded its six-month-long winter session last week, after which the departments began relocation to Srinagar.
Preparatory works, including road repairs and infrastructure readiness, were carried out in advance to facilitate smooth functioning.
According to earlier official orders issued by the General Administration Department, five-day offices in Jammu closed on April 30, while six-day offices ceased functioning on May 2. Around 38 departments have fully moved to Srinagar, while several others are operating on a camp basis with limited staff strength.
The working hours in Srinagar have been fixed from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm for Secretariat departments and from 10:00 am to 4:30 pm for other offices. A summer secretariat will continue to function in Jammu as well.
The bi-annual Darbar Move, a long-standing administrative practice, involves the shifting of the government between Jammu and Srinagar based on seasonal requirements, ensuring governance remains accessible across both regions. (JKNS)
