Srinagar, Oct 24 (KNS): The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) on Saturday appointed Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav, a 1995-batch IAS officer of the AGMUT cadre, as the new Chief Secretary of Jammu and Kashmir.

According to an official order issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs, a copy of which lies with Kashmir News Service (KNS), Yadav has been transferred from Delhi to Jammu and Kashmir with the approval of the competent authority.

"With the approval of the Competent Authority, Dr. Sajjan Singh Yadav, IAS (AGMUT:1995) is hereby transferred from Delhi to Jammu & Kashmir and posted as Chief Secretary, Jammu & Kashmir w.Click Here To Follow Our WhatsApp Channele.f. 01.11.2026 or from the date of joining, whichever is later," the order reads.

The order, bearing number 15041/07/2023.UTS.I, was issued on October 24, 2026, and signed by Anish Muraleedharan, Director in the Ministry of Home Affairs.

The appointment will become effective on November 1 or the date Yadav assumes charge, whichever is later.

Copies of the order have been forwarded to the Chief Secretaries of Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir and other AGMUT cadre administrations, besides the Secretary to the Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir. (KNS)