Amid speculation over the proposed Cabinet expansion or a reshuffle, the opening of the general transfer window on Sunday in what is being seen as “election year transfers” has caused anxiety among many across departments.
The State Government on Saturday evening announced that the general transfer window will be open between May 1 and June 15, and departments have been asked to not exceed the number of transfers to more than 6% of the cadre strength. The general transfers will be applicable to all officials and employees in Group A, B, C, and D, and the Ministers of respective departments have been allowed to take the decision.
