Bill to codify IPS deputation in Central Armed Police Forces may be tabled in this session, Pg13

Key Highlights:

• The Central Armed Forces (General Administration) Bill aims to codify the functioning of CAPFs.
• The bill is in response to a Supreme Court ruling on May 23, 2025, to reduce IPS deputation in CAPFs.
• The Union Cabinet approved the bill on Tuesday.
• The MHA filed an application in the Supreme Court on March 9 seeking a timeline extension.

Detailed Insights:

• The Supreme Court ruling granted Organised Group A Services (OGAS) status to CAPF officers and mandated a review of cadre and service rules.
• The MHA initially filed a review petition against the judgment, which was dismissed on October 28, 2025.
• The cadre review process involves multiple levels of government examination and requires Cabinet approval before service rules can be amended.
• The bill seeks to provide a statutory framework for the administration and functioning of the Central Armed Police Forces.

Key Concepts Involved:

• CAPF: Uniformed security forces in India under the authority of the Ministry of Home Affairs.
• IPS: A civil service that provides officers for leading the state and central police forces.
• Deputation: The temporary assignment of an employee to another job or organization.