MP set to roll out transfer policy:Education department to get separate guideline; CM to chair new Traders’ Welfare Board

In Madhya Pradesh, the transfer policy for 2026 is likely to receive Cabinet approval soon, with the proposal almost finalized. The ban on transfers may be lifted for one month from May 15. Notably, the School Education Department will be kept completely separate from the common transfer policy being framed for other departments, and will have its own policy. Earlier, this was not clearly mentioned, but it will now be included in the proposed policy of the General Administration Department. During Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav expressed displeasure over the delay, saying that if it had already been decided to bring the transfer policy soon, it should have been implemented by now. He said he receives numerous applications, often forwarding them with an “A-plus” note, but differing opinions at various levels prevent decisions from being finalized. To address this, the government plans to lift the transfer ban for a fixed period every year. He also directed ministers and those in charge to ensure fairness in all transfer decisions. Earlier, Food and Civil Supplies Minister Govind Singh Rajput suggested increasing the cap on voluntary transfers, pointing out that a large number of applications are received, especially when MLAs are involved. He noted that if a cadre has 200 posts, only 20 transfers are currently permitted, which is insufficient. School Education Minister Rao Uday Pratap supported this view, highlighting the heavy pressure in the education sector due to its large workforce. Water Resources Minister Tulsi Silawat also recommended including the Health Department in similar considerations. The Chief Minister reiterated his concern, asking why the policy had still not been brought despite prior instructions, while Rajput again emphasised the need to raise the voluntary transfer limit. Traders’ Welfare Board approved, CM to chair In another major decision, the state Cabinet has approved the formation of a Traders’ Welfare Board to boost trade and industry. The board will be chaired by the Chief Minister and will include ministers from relevant departments, senior officials, and representatives from industry bodies. The board will serve as a platform to directly communicate traders’ issues to the government and suggest policy measures for their resolution, while also working to improve the overall business environment. Key organizations such as CII, FICCI, DICCI and Laghu Udyog Bharati will be part of it. Meetings will be held at least once every three months to ensure regular review. The initiative will not be limited to the state level; district-level committees will also be formed to address local concerns more efficiently. The government aims to safeguard traders’ interests, ensure quicker resolution of issues, and strengthen the investment climate. The move follows the Centre’s creation of a National Traders Welfare Board, aimed at providing social security to over seven crore traders and their employees across the country, with Madhya Pradesh now adopting a similar model.