Transferred twice in 4 days, Karnataka High Court backs inspector’s second move
The Karnataka High Court has upheld an inspector's transfer to the Karnataka Lokayukta Police Station just four days after joining a new station. The inspector was initially transferred from the Criminal Investigation Department in Bengaluru to Byadarahalli Police Station on May 10, 2026, and was transferred again to Karnataka Lokayukta Police Station on May 14, 2026.
The inspector challenged the second transfer order before the Karnataka State Administrative Tribunal, arguing that it violated the Karnataka Police Act and lacked the required approval from the Police Establishment Board. However, the High Court disagreed, stating that the subsequent approval by the Police Establishment Board could cure the procedural defect.
The court emphasized that an inspector cannot acquire an indefeasible right to continue at a particular post for a minimum tenure, and the requirement of a minimum tenure applies only in specified circumstances.
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