KIRPAL SINGH Vs. STATE

JUDGEMENT

(1.) THIS writ petition has been taken up for final disposal with the consent of learned counsel for the petitioners and also with that of Sh. D.S. Chowhan who has been directed to put in appearance in this case.

(2.) WHAT emerges from the facts detailed in the writ petition is that the post of Conservation Assistant in Dogra Art Museum, Old Secretariat, Jammu has fallen vacant. This is to be filled in as per J&K Archives, Archaeology and Museums (non gazetted) service Recruitment Rules, 1991.

(3.) AT the time of hearing Sh. Sethi stated that his client will be satisfied if a direction is issued to the respondent to fill in the post of Conservation Assistant strictly as per aforesaid Rules of 1991 promulgated vide SRO No. 39 of 1991. According to him, if the post is to go to a promotee, eligible person(s) under the rules may be considered and if found suitable may be promoted and in case it is meant for direct recruitment, respondents may make the recruitment accordingly.