Srinagar, April 10 (KNS):   Amid a rise in Covid19 cases, SKIMS Soura on Saturday cancelled all the sanctioned leaves, except those on extra ordinary ground, to its staff as well as that of its Medical College Bemina with immediate effect.   

As per the order issued by Director SKIMS and Ex-Officio Secretary to Government, Dr A G Ahangar, the step has been taken in view of the surge in the covid-19 pandemic cases.  

“The employees are advised to resume duties immediately for maintenance of essential services,” reads the order, a copy of which lies with KNS. 

“No fresh case of earned/casual leave shall be entertained,” the order adds.  (KNS)