Tribunal Overturns IRS Officer Sameer Wankhede's Transfer to Chennai

The Central Administrative Tribunal found procedural lapses and bias in the 2022 transfer decision, violating established guidelines.

The Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) invalidated Sameer Wankhede's transfer from Mumbai to Chennai, citing violations of the 2018 IRS transfer guidelines.
The tribunal determined that the revenue department's actions were biased and failed to follow fair administrative practices.
Sameer Wankhede, known for his role in high-profile cases, including the 2021 Aryan Khan drug bust, alleged his transfer was punitive and cited death threats as a reason for reconsideration.
The revenue department argued Wankhede had been stationed in Mumbai for over a decade, but the tribunal found this claim inaccurate, noting his postings in Delhi during that period.
The CAT emphasized that while transfers are routine, they must adhere to established policies and be free from arbitrariness or malice.