The Union Public Service Commission returned West Bengal’s proposal for appointing a Director General of Police, intensifying friction between the state government and the Centre. Citing delays, the UPSC urged the Trinamool led administration to approach the Supreme Court urgently.
The Supreme Court directed six states to respond within six weeks regarding non-compliance in DGP appointments, including Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. Allegations of violations include preferential appointments undermining seniority and politicization of police leadership. The UPSC must prepare appointment panels and report status by March 2025.
