Srinagar, Nov 07, KDC: The Government of the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir has informed the High Court that the process of appointing an Advocate General is underway and will be finalized within a month.
The submission was made before a Division Bench comprising Chief Justice Dr. Pushpendra Singh Bhati and Justice Rajnesh Oswal during the hearing of a Public Interest Litigation filed by Harsh Dubey, who appeared in person.
During the proceedings on Thursday (November 5, 2026), Senior Additional Advocate General (Sr. AAG) Monika Kohli, representing the UT of J&K and other respondents, apprised the bench of the administration’s timeline for filling the position.
“Ms. Monika Kohli, learned Sr. AAG, on instructions, submits that the necessary appointment of the Advocate General is in the process and due appointment shall be made within a period of one month,” the High Court recorded in its order.
Taking note of the statement made on instructions by the government counsel, the Division Bench scheduled the matter for its next hearing on December 8, 2026. (KDC)