Jammu & Kashmir Govt Extends Tenure of 16 Civil Judges as District Judges

The Jammu and Kashmir government recently announced that it will extend the ad‑hoc appointments of 16 civil judges, who are currently serving as district judges on a temporary basis. The extension is intended to ensure continuity in the judiciary and to avoid disruptions in pending cases. The judges will remain in their positions until the end of the current term, after which a formal appointment process will be undertaken. Officials said the decision was made after consultations with the judiciary and in line with the state’s legal framework. The move is expected to strengthen the judicial system in the region.