Tenure of TDB Chief Vigilance and Security Officer extended until January 2027, State informs Kerala High Court
The Kerala government has extended the tenure of the Chief Vigilance and Security Officer for the Travancore Devaswom Board until January 2027. The Kerala High Court directed the state to also fill vacant police positions to ensure better security and transparency at the Sabarimala temple.
Why it matters
This ensures administrative continuity and security oversight for a major religious institution, reflecting the intersection of judicial oversight and state governance in India.
The State government has informed the Kerala High Court that the tenure of the Chief Vigilance Officer of the Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) has been extended till January 31, 2027.
A Division Bench of Justice V. Raja Vijayaraghavan and K.V. Jayakumar directed the State to extend the tenure of two civil police officers assisting the Chief Vigilance and Security Officer and fill up the existing vacancy of one sub-inspector on deputation basis.
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