The Cadre CSS Forum, representing officers from the Central Secretariat Services (CSS) Cadre, is actively urging the attention of the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) to expedite the submission and implementation of the crucial Cadre Review Report. In a formal letter addressed to the PMO, the Forum has also expressed its earnest desire for a meeting with the Prime Minister to elucidate the importance of their cause.
Acknowledging the imperative for additional manpower in light of numerous new developmental schemes and projects, the Central Government constituted a Cadre Review Committee (CRC) on October 27, 2022. The CRC’s primary task was to assess the need for additional personnel. The CSS Forum’s letter emphasizes that the CRC had solicited input on additional manpower from various ministries and departments, with a deadline at the end of December. While most departments had submitted their requirements in the first half of 2023, the committee concluded its deliberations some time ago. However, the formal submission of the CRC Report is still pending.
In its letter, the Forum underscores the critical nature of timely submission of the CRC Report to alleviate stagnation at certain grades. Officers often find themselves stagnant for extended periods despite being eligible for promotion due to a lack of available vacancies. The Forum argues that once the CRC Report is submitted, new positions will be created across various ministries and departments. This, in turn, will open avenues for the promotion of numerous CSS Cadre officers who have faced career stagnation due to the absence of promotional opportunities despite their eligibility.
In essence, the CSS Forum is advocating for prompt action to alleviate the bottleneck, ensuring that the career progression of CSS Cadre officers aligns with their eligibility and aspirations.
