Archive · 7 Sep 2025
Himachal Pradesh High Court Reviews Chief Secretary Extension
A top official in Himachal Pradesh, Prabodh Saxena, was given a six-month extension to his job.
Someone complained to the High Court, questioning if this was allowed, especially since he has a pending case.
The court is now looking into it, examining rules and guidelines.
A lawyer said that extensions are capped at six months.
The court also addressed a related matter, adjusting a penalty on the state government.
The case will be reviewed again in September.
The Himachal Pradesh High Court is reviewing the six-month extension given to Chief Secretary Prabodh Saxena.
The extension was granted on March 28, and the end date is September 30.
The case is related to a public interest litigation challenging the extension's legality.
The court is examining whether the extension violates Central Service Rules.
A related matter involves a fine modification concerning the appointment of HP RERA officials.
- Who
- Himachal Pradesh High Court, Chief Secretary Prabodh Saxena, and Atul Sharma.
- What
- The High Court is reviewing the extension granted to the Chief Secretary and the legality of the extension.
- When
- The extension was granted on March 28, the court listed the matter for September 22, and hearing took place on August 13.
- Where
- Himachal Pradesh High Court
- Why
- To determine if the extension violated Central Service Rules and to address a PIL questioning its legality.
- Chief Secretary
- Prabodh Saxena
- Extension Granted
- Six months
- Extension End Date
- September 30
- Case
- INX Media scam
- Petitioner
- Atul Sharma
- Ruling
- Matter listed for September 22
- Related Matter
- HP RERA chairman appointment delay