Govt Introduces CAPF Administration Bill in Rajya Sabha Amidst Opposition Protests

• The government introduced the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 in the Rajya Sabha on March 25.
• The bill aims to create a unified legal framework for personnel across different CAPF forces, replacing existing separate service rules.
• Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai stated the bill does not alter governance systems or existing mandates of the forces.
• Union Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju defended Parliament's legislative authority against Opposition challenges citing Supreme Court judgments.
• Opposition members raised concerns about the bill's validity, potential erosion of constitutional rights, financial burden, and its perceived attempt to nullify Supreme Court rulings on IPS deputation.