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Delhi LG Clears Honorary One-Rank Upgrade for Retiring Delhi Police Staff

The ceremonial upgrade mirrors a May MHA policy for CAPFs, carrying no financial benefits.

Overview

  • More than 88,000 non-gazetted Delhi Police personnel will receive an honorary rank one level higher on the day of superannuation.
  • The upgrade applies to ranks from constable to sub-inspector, with elevations to head constable, assistant sub-inspector, sub-inspector, and inspector respectively.
  • The conferment is purely symbolic at retirement and does not affect pay, pension, or other monetary entitlements.
  • Eligibility requires at least two years in the current rank, good APAR gradings for the past five years, and no major punishment during service.
  • The move aligns with the Ministry of Home Affairs’ May decision for CAPFs and Assam Rifles, with implementation beginning for the ongoing retirement cycle.