Associated News Bureau

J&K Government Directs Employees to Uphold Professional Conduct, Discipline and Mutual Respect

Srinagar, October 16: The Jammu and Kashmir Government has directed all officers and officials to maintain high standards of professional conduct, discipline, courtesy and mutual respect while performing their official duties. In a circular issued by the General Administration Department (GAD) on October 16, 2026, the government stressed the importance of integrity, devotion to duty, professionalism and dignified behaviour among public servants across all levels of administration. Referring to Rule 3 of the Jammu and Kashmir Government Employees (Conduct) Rules, 1971, along with other applicable service provisions, the circular states that government employees must uphold the highest standards of conduct and maintain professional relationships with their seniors, colleagues, subordinate staff and members of the public. The government has directed that all official interactions be marked by courtesy, restraint, dignity and mutual respect. The instructions apply equally to interactions between senior officers and their subordinates, officials of different ranks, and employees dealing with their superiors. The circular also emphasises that supervisory powers and seniority must be exercised responsibly and fairly. Government employees, meanwhile, are expected to comply with lawful directions, follow established procedures and discharge the responsibilities associated with their respective positions. The government has specifically cautioned employees against the use of derogatory, threatening or otherwise inappropriate language, stating that any behaviour inconsistent with the dignity of public office must be avoided. The directive seeks to reinforce professional ethics, accountability and mutual respect within government institutions, ensuring that official responsibilities are carried out in a disciplined and fair manner. The circular has been issued by M. Raju, IAS, Commissioner/Secretary to the Government, General Administration Department. All Administrative Secretaries, Divisional Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners, heads of departments and managing directors have been instructed to circulate the directions among employees under their administrative control and ensure strict compliance at every level. Copies of the circular have also been forwarded to Financial Commissioners, the Director General of Police, Principal Secretaries, the Chief Electoral Officer and other senior functionaries of the Jammu and Kashmir administration for information and necessary action. ANB