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SC Directs Centre to Ensure Women Get Permanent Commission in Coast Guard

  • 28 Feb 2024

On 26th February, the Supreme Court (SC) directed the Centre to establish new selection board for granting permanent commission to women coast guard officers.

Key Points

  • Bench Warns Government on Women Inclusion: Bench emphasizes that "women cannot be left out" and warns government of intervention if necessary.
  • Plea for Permanent Commission by Coast Guard Officer: Plea filed by Indian Coast Guard officer Priyanka Tyagi seeking permanent commission for eligible women officers.
  • Functional Difficulties in Granting Permanent Commissions: Attorney General highlighted functional and operational difficulties in granting permanent commissions to Short Service Commission Officers (SSCOs).
  • Bench Urges Fair Policy for Women Officers: Bench urged Coast Guard to come up with a fair policy treating women officers equally.