Send more IPS officers to Centre, Union Home Secretary tells States despite SC order, Pg12

Key Highlights:

• Union Home Secretary has requested States to increase the number of IPS officers on Central deputation.
• The request aims to fill positions in CAPFs and CPOs like CBI and NIA.
• This letter was sent despite the Supreme Court's order on October 28, 2025, to reduce IPS deputation in CAPFs.
• Currently, 20% of DIG and 50% of IG posts in CAPFs are reserved for IPS officers.
• As of December 23, 2025, 36 out of 188 reserved posts for IPS officers at DIG/IG level in CAPFs are vacant.

Detailed Insights:

• The Central Deputation Reserve mandates that 40% of senior duty posts in each cadre are earmarked for Central deputation.
• States often nominate senior IPS officers but lack nominations for posts from Superintendent of Police to Inspector-General.
• State governments sometimes withdraw officers' names after selection or delay their relieving, affecting the selection and deputation process.
• The Supreme Court's order intends to decrease the dominance of IPS officers in the Central Armed Police Forces.
• Adequate representation of officers at different levels is needed to ensure every eligible officer has the opportunity to serve at the Centre.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs): Uniformed security forces in India under the authority of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
• Central Deputation: The temporary transfer of officers from state cadres to serve under the central government.
• Cadre Management: The process of managing and administering officers within a specific service or branch of government.