New Delhi, Oct. 25 -- Sajjan Singh Yadav, a 1995-batch IAS officer of the AGMUT cadre who is currently chief executive officer of the Delhi Jal Board, will take over as chief secretary of Jammu and Kashmir from November 1, succeeding Atal Dulloo, according to an order issued by the Union ministry of home affairs (MHA).

"With the approval of the competent authority, Dr Sajjan Singh Yadav is hereby transferred from Delhi to Jammu and Kashmir as chief secretary, Jammu and Kashmir, w.e.f. from 01.11.2026 or from the date of joining, whichever is later," the MHA order issued on Saturday said.

Yadav has held several key roles in the national capital and has been given additional charge of additional chief secretary (industries) and chairperso...