New Delhi, Jun 30 (PTI) Gujarat Police chief Vikas Sahay was, "as a special case", on Monday given an extension of six months till this year end, said an order issued by the Personnel Ministry.

Sahay, a 1989 batch Indian Police (IPS) officer of Gujarat cadre, was due to superannuate on Monday.

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The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved extension in service of Sahay, Director General of Police (DGP), Gujarat, for a period of six months beyond the date of his superannuation, i.e. June 30, 2025, in relaxation of Rule 16 (1) of All India Services (Death-cum-Retirement. Benefits) Rules, "as a special case in public interest", the order said.

The rule says that such officers shall superannuate after attaining 60 years of age.

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Sahay was appointed the DGP of Gujarat on March 1, 2023.

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