Today, On 5th February, The Supreme Court criticised States for appointing acting police chiefs instead of sending timely DGP recommendations to the UPSC. It said delays harmed senior officers’ careers and asked the UPSC to approach the Court when States stall appointments.
The Supreme Court of India is set to hear petitions in May regarding the enforcement of its 2006 judgment aimed at police reforms, including separating investigation and law enforcement roles and instituting merit-based DGP appointments. Advocacy groups express concerns over state governments’ non-compliance, prompting the court to initiate contempt proceedings.
