JAMMU, Sep 23: The Indian Institute of Architects (IIA), J&K Chapter, held its Annual General Body Meeting and Change of Guard ceremony at Amar Singh Club, Jammu, marking the transition to its new executive body for the 2026–28 term.
In a symbolic change of baton, the outgoing team led by Chairman Ar. Vikas Dubey handed over charge to the newly constituted team. Ar. Dubey was appreciated for his contribution towards raising the profile of the J&K Chapter at the national level. He was also congratulated on his elevation to the National Council of the IIA.
The new executive body for the 2026–28 term will be headed by Ar. Vishal Abrol as Chairman and Ar. Harbinder Pal Singh as Vice Chairman.
The other office bearers include Ar. Sandeepu Dhar and Ar. Sunil Nagari as Honorary Secretaries, while Ar. Manu Rajput will serve as Honorary Treasurer.
The Executive Members are Ar. Arshia Khajooria, Ar. Kulbir Thakur, Ar. Anoop Sharma, Ar. Vivek, Ar. Randhir Chand, Ar. Annav Sharma, Ar. Kushagra, Ar. Maninder and Ar. Archana Razdan.
The programme was conducted by Ar. Arshia Khajooria, while the welcome address was delivered by Ar. Anil Verma. Ar. Harbinder Pal Singh proposed the vote of thanks.
Addressing the gathering, the newly appointed Chairman, Ar. Vishal Abrol, pledged to strengthen the Chapter’s networking and engagement at the national level and work towards the professional interests and welfare of the architectural fraternity in Jammu and Kashmir.
The ceremony concluded with the formal assumption of responsibilities by the new executive body, marking the beginning of its 2026–28 tenure.