Srinagar, Nov 2 (JKNS): Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) has suspended two officials over alleged dereliction of duties and ordered a detailed departmental inquiry into the matter, particularly concerning the supervision and monitoring of unauthorized constructions.
According to orders issued by SMC Commissioner Dr. Basharat Qayoom, IAS, vide Order No. 1282 of 2026 dated November 2, Ghulam Hassan Sheikh, In-charge Ward Officer, has been placed under suspension with immediate effect pending an inquiry into the allegations. The suspension shall remain in force until further orders.
The Commissioner has also assigned Nuzhat Khurshid Qureshi, JKAS, Joint Commissioner (Administration), SMC, to conduct a detailed inquiry into the alleged lapses in supervising and monitoring unauthorized constructions falling within the jurisdiction of the concerned officer. She has been directed to submit a comprehensive report along with specific recommendations.
In a separate order, No. 1281 of 2026 dated November 2, Jameel Mohammad Sheikh, Senior Building Inspector (In-charge Ward Officer), SMC, has also been placed under suspension for dereliction of duties in accordance with the applicable rules. (JKNS)
