ITEF Kerala circle satisfied with allocation, opposes any reduction

The difference of opinion among the state units of association is snowballing day by day. While some of the circles opposing the allocation formula, some circles are obviously satisfied with their share of posts and strongly protest any possible reduction due to agitation of some other units.
A resolution in this effect has been unanimously decided by ITEF, Kerala circle and sent a letter to the central leadership. In this letter it is categorically stated that they will not take part in any nationwide agitation if called by the central leadership. Copy of the letter is published below for our viewers.

Another committee to review post allocation ?

According to sources CBDT may constitute another committee to review the proposed allocation of posts by sub committee 1. as per information available with us, F.M. is deeply concerned over the grievance of anomaly by different regions including West Bengal, Mumbai, Bengaluru etc. and ordered to review the proposed allocation with a practical and justified manner. It is also reported that he is against any reduction of post in any region whatsoever. The new committee may be headed by DGIT (HRD).
It may kindly be noted that the news stated above is still to be authenticated by any official sources.
In the mean time JCA, West Bengal has suspended it's "Dharna" programme temporarily for two days. DGIT(HRD) is scheduled to visit Kolkata on 13th January and thereafter after taking stock of the developments, further action plan will be chalked out. 

Clarification on Parmar issue soon

It is learnt that CBDT is working on issuance of clarification about implementation of Parmar judgement. According to sources, the date of communication of vacancy to SSC will be treated as the effective date, irrespective of the vacancy year. If the vacancy is due to earlier year, that has to be ignored. A detailed clarification in this regard is expected soon.
Regarding allocation of posts, no confirmed news is available till date.

Posting of 23 Principal CCITs waiting ACC approval

It is learnt that Names of 23 Principal Chief Commissioners of Income Tax cleared by the DPC have now gone to the Appointment Committee of Cabinet. Postings will commence after the return of names from the ACC.

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