Kejriwal vs LG: Centre brings ordinance to set up authority on Delhi Services days after SC verdict

The Centre on Friday passed an ordinance to constitute the ‘National Capital Civil Services Authority’ in Delhi.

This NCCSA of the Delhi chief minister, chief secretary, and home secretary of the Delhi Government.

They will now decide on the transfer and posting of Group ‘A’ officers and DANICS officers serving in Delhi Govt. The order reads, “Provided also that in case of difference of opinion, the decision of the Lieutenant Governor shall be final.”

Centre brings out ordinance notifying rules for GNCTD regarding ‘transfer posting, vigilance and other incidental matters’ pic.twitter.com/Mk2KgIOa0E

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On 11 May, the apex court pronounced that the Delhi government has legislative and executive powers over the administration of Services except for matters related to public order, police, and land.

Before the top court’s verdict, the Services department was under the control of Delhi’s Lieutenant Governor.

With inputs from agencies

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