SMC Suspends Ward Officer, Orders In-Depth Probe into Alleged Lapses Over Unauthorised Constructions

Srinagar, November 2, KDC: The Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) has placed its Ward Officer for Ward 25, Ghulam Hassan Sheikh, under suspension pending an inquiry into alleged dereliction of duties relating to the supervision and monitoring of unauthorised constructions within his jurisdiction.

According to Government Order No. 1282 of 2026, dated November 2, issued by the Secretary, Srinagar Municipal Corporation, a copy of which is in the possession of news agency Kashmir  Dot Com, Sheikh, who is holding charge as Ward Officer, has been suspended with immediate effect “till further orders”.

The order states that the action has been taken pending an inquiry into the matter of “dereliction of duties” by the official.

It further directs Nuzhat Khurshid Qurashi, Joint Commissioner (Administration), SMC, to conduct an “in-depth inquiry” into the alleged lapses concerning the supervision and monitoring of “unauthorized constructions” within Ward 25.

The inquiry officer has been asked to submit a “comprehensive report with specific recommendations” for further consideration. The order has been issued by Tahir Ahmad Magray, JKAS, Secretary, Srinagar Municipal Corporation. (KDC)