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Telangana HC asks govt to explain why IPS officers holding posts meant for IAS?

By IndianMandarins- 02 Dec 2025

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Hyderabad (02.12.2025): The Telangana High Court has issued a notice to the state government seeking an explanation regarding the appointment of IPS officers to several key administrative positions designated for the IAS officers. The court directed the Chief Secretary and Principal Secretary (General Administration Department) to submit their counter-affidavits by December 10, clarifying the rationale and legal backing for these postings.

The petition argued that the government's action, particularly the issuance of GO 1342 dated September 26, is in violation of Central laws that clearly delineate the distinct roles and responsibilities of the two All India Services in state administration.

The petition specifically cited the appointments of three senior and high-profile IPS officials to posts typically held by the IAS cadre. Stephen Ravindra (IPS: 1999: TG), is currently serving as Commissioner of Civil Supplies and Ex-Officio principal secretary to the government. Shikha Goel (IPS: 1994: TG) is serving as Director General, Vigilance and Enforcement, and ex-officio principal secretary, GAD. CV Anand (IPS: 1991: TG) and former Hyderabad Commissioner, has been appointed as Special Chief Secretary, Home Department.