India, Oct. 16 -- The Jammu and Kashmir Government has issued a circular reminding all officers and officials that they must maintain professionalism, courtesy, and mutual respect in their interactions with seniors, colleagues, subordinates, and the public.

Citing Rule 3 of the J&K Government Employees (Conduct) Rules, 1971, the General Administration Department (GAD) directed that employees are expected to uphold integrity, discipline, and conduct befitting public servants.

The circular has been issued at a time when a major controversy has erupted over alleged misconduct by a senior IAS officer with a junior KAS officer.

It emphasizes that official interactions should be conducted with due courtesy, restraint, dignity, and mutual res...