Overview
- Following Monday’s opposition walkouts over a claimed lack of 48‑hour notice, the government paused the Bill’s introduction, and the Upper House has now allotted eight hours for a discussion on Wednesday.
- The draft would create a single administrative framework for the CRPF, BSF, ITBP, SSB and CISF and reserve 50% of Inspector General posts and at least 67% of Additional Director General posts for IPS officers, with all Special DG and DG posts filled by deputation.
- A clause says rules made under the Act would override any inconsistent orders or court judgments, which opponents argue is designed to sidestep the Supreme Court’s directions on deputation and cadre reforms.
- Retired CAPF personnel protested in New Delhi and submitted a memorandum to the Prime Minister and the Home Minister, saying IPS dominance blocks promotions and leaves officers stuck at junior ranks for years.
- The Supreme Court on May 23, 2025 ordered a two‑year, phased cut in IPS deputations up to DIG/IG and a cadre review, and while veterans and several opposition parties want the Bill sent to a standing committee, IPS voices and some commentary argue the quotas protect centre–state coordination and operational cohesion.