Durga effect: Govt may alter IAS suspension rules

August 09, 2013 18:08

In the backdrop of controversial suspension of Durga Sakthi Nagpal, the Centre is considering amending rules to ensure an IAS officer is not suspended or transferred due to vested interest.

The Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT)--which acts as nodal body for administrative matters related to Indian Administrative Service (IAS)--may revisit rules that outline procedure for disciplinary action against an officer of the service.

"We are considering making changes the All India Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1969 to ensure that an officer of such services is not suspended due to political vendetta or any other vested interest. The move is aimed at ensuring hassle-free working of the officers," a senior DoPT official said.

He said that no decision has been taken as of now on how to go about it.

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