The Jammu and Kashmir government today started functioning from the summer capital of Srinagar after shifting from Jammu as part of the pre-independence bi-annual 'Darbar Move' practice. Public offices were closed, and then reopened as per the 'darbar move', a century-old practice under which government functions six months each from the two capitals of the state.

Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti, upon her arrival at the Civil Secretariat, inspected the ceremonial parade and received the Guard-of-Honour by a contingent of J-K Police, and it was an all woman welcome. The government would function in the summer capital till late October and then move to Jammu, the winter capital of the state, in the first week of November.

Authorities have made all necessary arrangements, including beefing up security, to ensure smooth functioning of the offices in the Kashmir Valley. After reopening of offices, the Civil Secretariat will function from 9.30 AM to 5 PM and other departments located outside from 10 AM to 4 PM.