Maharashtra Government Servants Regulation of Transfers & Prevention of Delay in Discharge of Official Duties Act, 2005 & Rules 2013

This comprehensive volume provides an authoritative exposition of the Maharashtra Government Servants Regulation of Transfers & Prevention of Delay in Discharge of Official Duties Act, 2005, and the Rules framed in 2013. The book explains the statutory structure governing transfers, postings, tenure norms, and exceptions applicable to various categories of government employees. It highlights essential principles such as transparency, merit-based posting, avoidance of arbitrary transfers, and regulatory checks designed to ensure fairness in administrative processes. The commentary also elaborates on provisions aimed at preventing delay in the discharge of official duties, outlining responsibility for timely decision-making, consequences of dereliction, monitoring mechanisms, and reporting protocols. Key features include rule-by-rule analysis, practical illustrations, government notifications, circulars, and important judgments interpreting service law in Maharashtra. By providing clarity on jurisdictional authority, timelines for transfers, appeal mechanisms, administrative discretion, and obligations of government servants, the book becomes a vital reference for ensuring compliance with statutory requirements. Its balanced approach caters equally to employees seeking protection against irregular transfers and officers responsible for implementing transfer policies.