MP cabinet approves state public service promotion rules after 9 years, 2 lakh posts to be vacant in govt services

ANI June 17, 2025 632 views

The MP cabinet ended a 9-year deadlock on public service promotions, prioritizing SC/ST reservations. Over 2 lakh government posts will open up post-promotions, creating fresh recruitment opportunities. Alongside, ₹143cr was approved for tribal-area Anganwadis and ₹5,163cr for power infrastructure. The decisions aim to boost employment and social welfare in the state.

"Today, the 9-year pending matter of employee promotions was resolved, ensuring all categories including SC-ST are protected" - CM Mohan Yadav
Bhopal, June 17: Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav chaired a cabinet meeting at Mantralaya in Bhopal on Tuesday. In a significant decision, the council of ministers approved the state Public Service Promotion Rules after nine years, ensuring the representation and protection of the interests of the reserved categories.

Key Points

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20% ST & 16% SC reservation in promotions

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2 lakh govt posts to open after promotions

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₹143cr approved for 459 new Anganwadis

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₹5,163cr allocated for power transmission projects

Provisions include 20 per cent reservation for Scheduled Tribes (ST) and 16 per cent for Scheduled Castes (SC). SC and ST public servants will also be promoted based on merit. With the promotion of employees and officers, around two lakh posts will be vacant in government services in the state, creating

Taking to social media platform X, CM Yadav wrote, ""Today, in the cabinet meeting, the matter of promotion of employees and officers of the state, which was pending for 9 years, was resolved. In this, the interests of employees and officers of all categories, including SC-ST, have been taken care of. Through this, after promotion, 2 lakh posts will be vacant in government services and there will be a possibility of fresh recruitment on these."

Additionally, under the 'Saksham Anganwadi and Nutrition 2.0' scheme, the Cabinet approved the establishment, operation, and construction of 459 new Anganwadi Centers in special tribal areas for the PM-JANMAN program. Along with this, the council of ministers granted approval to create 459 honorary posts for Anganwadi Workers, 459 for Anganwadi Helpers, and 26 regular supervisory posts.

Expenditure on the scheme from FY 2025-26 to 2030-31 will be made as per the approval received from the Government of India. The total estimated cost is Rs 143.46 crore, of which the Central share is Rs 72.78 crore and the State share is Rs 70.68 crore.

The Cabinet further approved a total estimated expenditure of Rs 5,163 crores for ongoing and upcoming capital projects of Madhya Pradesh Power Transmission Company Limited (MPPTCL) for the period 2025-26 to 2029-30. The funding will comprise 20 percent equity from the state government and 80 percent as loans from financial institutions/banks.

Furthermore, the council of ministers gave a nod for establishment of District Treasuries in the newly formed districts of Pandhurna, Maihar, and Mauganj.

Reader Comments

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Rajesh K.
Finally some movement on this issue! 9 years is too long for employees to wait for promotions. Hope the implementation is quick and transparent. The vacancies created will also give opportunities to unemployed youth 🙏
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Priya M.
Good decision but I'm concerned about the quality of education in Anganwadis. ₹143 crore is a big amount - hope it's used properly for tribal children's nutrition and learning. The centers should have proper monitoring.
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Amit S.
While reservation in promotions is important, merit should not be compromised. The article says SC/ST will be promoted based on merit - this is a balanced approach. Hope other states learn from MP's example.
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Sunita T.
₹5163 crores for power transmission projects is massive! Hope this improves electricity supply in rural areas. But why 80% loan? Shouldn't we reduce debt burden on state? 🤔
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Vikram J.
Creating 2 lakh vacancies is good news for job seekers but the recruitment process must be corruption-free. MP has had issues with exam paper leaks before. Need strict safeguards this time!
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Neha P.
The new district treasuries will help decentralize administration. Good move for better governance at grassroots level. More such initiatives needed across all new districts! 👍
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Karan D.
While the decisions seem positive, I hope the government also focuses on improving work culture in government offices. Promotions alone won't solve productivity issues. Need systemic reforms too.

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