Jammu: A farewell function was organised by the officers and staff of the Central Bureau of Communication (CBC), Regional Office Jammu, at the Amar Singh Club to honour Director CBC, Ghulam Abbas, on the occasion of his superannuation.
The event marked the culmination of his distinguished career spanning over 28 years in the field of government communication, media management, and public information dissemination.
During his tenure as Director and Head of Department, CBC J&K and Ladakh, Ghulam Abbas provided visionary leadership and administrative acumen, ensuring the effective implementation of national communication policies and strengthening government outreach in the region.
A senior officer of the Indian Information Service (IIS), Ghulam Abbas served the Government of India in various key capacities across organisations, including the Central Bureau of Communication (CBC), Press Information Bureau (PIB), and All India Radio (AIR), where he earned a reputation for strategic leadership, professional integrity, and credibility-driven communication.
During the farewell function, speakers fondly recalled their experiences of working with Abbas, highlighting his calm leadership, administrative skills, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to public service communication, particularly in sensitive and challenging environments. Many staff members shared personal anecdotes, underscoring the respect and warmth he commanded across all levels of the organisation.
The programme was attended by Deputy Director, CBC, Ayushi Puri; Senior Accounts Officer, Rajesh Malik; Administrative Officer, O.P. Mauriya; along with officers and staff members of CBC’s Regional Office Jammu, who gathered to express their gratitude and affection for the outgoing Director.
The function concluded on an emotionally resonant note, reflecting the strong bonds of professional respect and camaraderie shared within the CBC fraternity, and carrying forward the legacy of service, dedication, and excellence left behind by the retiring Director.
On the same occasion, a farewell was also accorded to Ayushi Puri, Deputy Director, CBC, on her transfer to Doordarshan, Jammu. Colleagues appreciated her contributions and extended their best wishes for success in her new assignment.
One of the remarkable contributions of the outgoing Director during his tenure in CBC J&K and Ladakh was his commitment to taking government communication to the remotest areas. Under his guidance, CBC organised publicity and awareness programmes on government schemes in Turtuk in Ladakh and Marwah in Kishtwar district—areas that were covered for the first time in the history of CBC J&K.
These initiatives significantly strengthened grassroots outreach and reflected his belief that government communication must reach the last mile.
Earlier, in 2022, Abbas held the additional charge of Joint Director, Press Information Bureau (PIB), Jammu, where he managed dual institutional responsibilities, supervised media coordination, and strengthened mechanisms for the transparent and timely dissemination of official information across print, electronic, and digital platforms.
From 2010 to 2022, he served in various capacities, including Assistant Director, Deputy Director, and Head of Office at PIB Regional Office Srinagar, acting as the principal communication interface of the Government of India in the region. During this period, he oversaw the preparation and dissemination of press releases, policy briefs, and background material, and played a significant role in communication during sensitive times, ensuring accuracy, responsibility, and public confidence.
In addition to his core responsibilities, Abbas contributed to several important national assignments. He was deputed by the Government of India to the Consulate General of India, Jeddah, for Hajj operations in 2003.
He also served as a Member of the Media Certification and Monitoring Committee (MCMC) during the Assembly and Parliamentary Elections in Jammu and Kashmir from 2014 to 2024, for which he was recognised by the Chief Electoral Officer, J&K.
He participated in professional development programmes at institutions including the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) and the National Productivity Council.
Ghulam Abbas superannuates leaving behind a legacy of institutional leadership, editorial integrity, and unwavering commitment to public service communication, contributing significantly to strengthening government outreach and media governance.DD