An important administrative correction has recently been enacted concerning the inter-state allocation of an Extension Training Officer. The officer in question had contested his posting to Uttarakhand, asserting in court that he had never voluntarily opted for the state, despite being categorized as an ‘optee’ in official records. During legal proceedings, the State Government...
In a significant move concerning public administration, the Indian government recently finalized the allocation of Statistical Assistant posts within the Forest Department for both Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand. This decision stems from a re-evaluation by the State Advisory Committee, which found that the previous distribution of posts to Uttarakhand did not align with the mandated 15.66%...
In a significant development, the allocation of an officer to the state of Uttarakhand has been revised following a High Court judgment. This decision came after a thorough review of the case of Shri Rakesh Chandra Purohit, an Assistant Engineer (Civil) in the Public Works Department. Initially, Shri Purohit’s request for allocation to Uttarakhand was turned down due to his conditional...
For years, the allocation of three Provincial Civil Service (PCS) officers – Vinay Shankar Pandey, Surendra Narayan Pandey, and Vinod Kumar Suman – between Uttar Pradesh and the newly formed state of Uttarakhand was a contentious issue. Initially recommended for Uttarakhand in 2002, the officers challenged this decision, leading to a protracted legal battle that reached the Supreme Court. While...
Balancing professional commitments with family life is a constant challenge, especially for those serving in the government. Recognising this, a proactive government policy, known as the ‘Spouse Policy,’ aims to support married couples in government service by facilitating their postings in the same region. Recently, a State Consultative Committee reviewed several applications under...
Recent updates from the government shed light on important decisions regarding mutual transfers for public sector employees. A State Advisory Committee recently reviewed previous recommendations concerning personnel transfers, particularly those linked to the formation of new states. It was determined that certain applications for mutual transfer were submitted past the designated deadline and...
Navigating the complexities of public service often involves personal considerations, and a recent advisory committee’s decisions highlight the delicate balance between policy and individual circumstances. A State Advisory Committee, which convened on September 9, 2010, has thoroughly reviewed applications pertaining to the ‘Dampatya Niti,’ or Spouse Policy. While the committee...
In a significant administrative move, the Government of India has approved the final allocation of three constables — Yogendra Singh Rawat, Sher Singh, and Shiv Singh — to Uttarakhand. This decision follows a thorough review by an Advisory Committee, which met on February 14, 2011. The committee carefully considered the individuals’ representations, which were primarily based on their...
In a recent development, the government has finalized a significant personnel allocation matter, stemming from a 2007 High Court directive. The case involved a Junior Assistant in the Jail Department, Shri O.P. Srivastava, who sought a revision of his state allocation based on compassionate grounds, citing his role as an only son and his mother’s severe health issues. However, upon review...
An important decision has been made regarding the state allocation of an official, Shri Devi Lal Chauhan, following a directive from the Hon’ble High Court of Allahabad. Mr. Chauhan had submitted representations seeking a revision of his allocation from Uttarakhand to Uttar Pradesh, citing his disinterest in serving in Uttarakhand and his promotion to Head Constable. However, an Advisory...