In Jammu and Kashmir's Srinagar, over 80 posts in the revenue department, including key positions like Patwari, Tehsildar, and Naib Tehsildar, remain vacant, as revealed by an RTI response from the Public Information Officer. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has announced a recruitment drive to fill vacancies in his state's revenue department, focusing on roles such as Accountant and Revenue Inspector, while also addressing pending promotions for existing staff. Adityanath emphasized the importance of deploying skilled youth and adopting technology to enhance service delivery to the public, including the creation of new positions like Settlement Commissioners. He called for vehicle allowances for field personnel and new tablets to improve operational efficiency. The Chief Minister's directives come amid scrutiny of the Revenue Department, which has faced criticism for inefficiency and corruption. Both regions highlight significant human resource challenges in their revenue departments, affecting public service efficacy.