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Mamta Yadav Appointed New Director of Information for Jammu & Kashmir
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🗓 13 Oct 2026, 10:32 AM
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The Government of Jammu & Kashmir has sworn in Mamta Yadav as the new Director of Information, succeeding the previous incumbent.
The administration of Jammu & Kashmir announced today that Mamta Yadav has taken charge as the new Director of Information. The appointment was formalised through an official oath‑taking ceremony attended by senior officials.
As Director of Information, Yadav will head the department responsible for coordinating government communications, managing media relations, and ensuring timely dissemination of official data to the public.
The move comes as the state seeks to strengthen its information outreach and improve transparency in its public affairs. Yadav's tenure is expected to focus on modernising communication channels and enhancing interaction with both regional and national media.
The government has not disclosed a detailed agenda, but officials indicated that the new director will play a pivotal role in shaping the state's information strategy.
As Director of Information, Yadav will head the department responsible for coordinating government communications, managing media relations, and ensuring timely dissemination of official data to the public.
The move comes as the state seeks to strengthen its information outreach and improve transparency in its public affairs. Yadav's tenure is expected to focus on modernising communication channels and enhancing interaction with both regional and national media.
The government has not disclosed a detailed agenda, but officials indicated that the new director will play a pivotal role in shaping the state's information strategy.