CAPF Cadre Overhaul: New Bill Proposed After SC Mandates IPS Reduction

• Union Cabinet discussed proposed CAPF General Administration and Regulation Bill, 2026, to define IPS officer positions.
• Move follows Supreme Court ruling declaring CAPF Group 'A' officers as Organised Group 'A' Services (OGAS).
• SC mandated phased reduction of IPS deputation in CAPFs up to IG rank within two years, impacting 13,000 officers.
• Government is examining implications, considering statutory measures, and requested 18-20 months for implementation.
• Cadre officers fear delays and the new bill could increase resignations, citing CAPFs as "parking postings" for IPS.