Bhubaneswar: In a significant move, the Government of Odisha’s Home Department has issued a directive to cancel all leaves, training, and leave travel concessions (LTC) for IPS officers in the state. The decision was conveyed through a memorandum issued by Trilochan Majhi, IAS, Additional Secretary to Government, on 9th May 2025.
The memorandum, addressed to the Director General of Police (DGP) of Odisha, Cuttack, states that no IPS officer will be permitted to proceed on leave, training, or LTC until further notice, due to the emerging national situation. Additionally, the order specifies that no IPS officer should be allowed to leave their headquarters without prior approval from the concerned Director General or Special Director General.
This directive underscores the urgency of maintaining law and order and ensuring adequate police presence in the state during these critical times. The Odisha Home Department’s action is in response to ongoing national security concerns, reinforcing the state’s commitment to ensuring public safety and effective governance.
The directive highlights the strategic role of the IPS officers in maintaining order and ensuring the security of the state during such a turbulent period.
This order, which affects all IPS officers in Odisha, is expected to remain in force until further instructions are provided by the government.
In another related development, the General Administration & P.G. Department has also canceled leaves for the state’s RDCs, Collectors, and District Magistrates. Read more about the RDCs and Collectors’ leave cancellation here.
