SRINAGAR: Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) today organised a farewell ceremony in honour of four of its senior officers on their superannuation after years of dedicated service.

The officers who retired from service include Joint Commissioner (Works) Shafat Ahmad Khan, Chief Sanitation Officer Mudasir Ahmad Banday, Executive Engineer Nisar Ahmad Wangoo, and Executive Engineer Mushtaq Ahmad Nowshehri.

The function was presided over by Commissioner SMC,  Faz Lul Haseeb, and attended by Joint Commissioners, Secretary, Health Officer, Superintending Engineer Drainage, and other senior officers and officials of the Corporation.

Speaking on the occasion, the Commissioner congratulated the retiring officers on the successful completion of their distinguished careers and appreciated their valuable contributions towards strengthening municipal governance, improving civic services, and serving the people of Srinagar. He wished them good health, happiness, and success in their future endeavours.

The retiring officers expressed their gratitude to the SMC administration and their colleagues for their support and cooperation throughout their service. They described their tenure in the Corporation as a rewarding and enriching experience and thanked the staff for their dedication and teamwork.

The ceremony concluded with the presentation of mementoes and best wishes to the retirees in recognition of their dedicated service and contributions to Srinagar Municipal Corporation.

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