Jharkhand High Court: Posting Chowkidar Within Beat Directory Not Mandatory Under 2015 Rules

The Jharkhand High Court ruled that the Chowkidar Cadre Rules, 2015 do not make it mandatory to post a chowkidar strictly within the beat directory where his residence is located. The Court clarified that administrative exigencies and public interest could justify alternative postings. It rejected claims of illegality in such transfers, emphasizing that cadre management falls within the discretion of authorities, provided rules are not violated. The judgment provides clarity in service law and prevents unnecessary litigation on minor administrative postings while ensuring efficient public service deployment.