Rajesh Khullar Appointed as Chief Principal Secretary to CM | 24 Oct 2024

Why in News?

Recently, Rajesh Khullar has been appointed as the Chief Principal Secretary to the Haryana Chief Minister, but notably without cabinet status.

Key Points

• Legal Framework: The state government has the power to appoint advisors and secretaries under its administrative discretion.
  • Unlike similar positions, Khullar’s appointment doesn’t come with cabinet rank, meaning he won’t enjoy the same perks as ministers or have cabinet responsibilities.
  • Khullar’s role involves assisting the Chief Minister in administrative decisions, policy formulation, and strategic governance, excluding legislative or cabinet involvement.
• State’s Power: The state government, under Article 162, exercises executive power to appoint individuals in administrative advisory roles.