Srinagar, Oct 11(KNS): Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) leader and former MLA Pulwama Waheed Ur Rehman Parra has raised concerns over the continued probation status of JKAS officers from the 2019 batch, despite the completion of five years in service exceeding the four-year probation limit set under SRO-386.

In a post on social media platform X, Parra criticised the Jammu and Kashmir administration for failing to confirm these officers, blaming the inaction on the government’s failure to conduct mandatory departmental examinations a prerequisite for confirmation.

“Years of service, still on probation. JKAS 2019 batch officers have completed 5 years of service, far beyond the 4-year limit under SRO-386, yet remain unconfirmed. The delay isn’t their fault, departmental exams were never held, and even the CAT Jammu Bench has directed Govt to confirm their probation,” Parra said.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channel

He further urged the Lieutenant Governor-led administration to act on the directions issued by the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Jammu Bench, which recently ordered the confirmation of the officers.

“Despite clear rules and a court order, there’s no action. These officers have served J&K with sincerity. Urging CM Omar Abdullah to act on the Tribunal’s directions without delay such prolonged inaction erodes morale, breeds corruption, and punishes merit,” Parra added.

The issue has sparked growing concern among JKAS officers, many of whom have completed their probation in accordance with existing rules but continue to face administrative uncertainty.(KNS).