*LG Manoj Sinha Interacts with IDES Probationers at Lok Bhavan, Calls for Integrity and Excellence in Public Service*

Waqar Manzoor

Jammu, 17 February 2026: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha today interacted with the Indian Defence Estates Service (IDES) Probationers at Lok Bhavan, Jammu.
During the interaction, the Lieutenant Governor encouraged the young officers to uphold the highest standards of public service, professionalism and institutional integrity in their future assignments. He emphasized their crucial role in strengthening defence land administration, ensuring transparency in governance, and contributing to efficient management of defence assets.
Shri Manoj Sinha urged the probationers to remain committed to accountability, people-centric governance and effective policy implementation while discharging their responsibilities across the country.
Ms Sonam Yangdol, Principal Director, Defence Estates, Northern Command; Shri Ramswaroop Haritwal, Defence Estates Officer, Jammu Circle; and Dr Nitish Gupta, Chief Executive Officer, Jammu Cantonment Board were also present on the occasion.