India, April 25 -- In a major administrative shake-up, the Delhi Government has transferred 162 officers and staff members in the Trade and Taxes Department following a surprise inspection by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta that revealed serious lapses and absenteeism.

The action comes after the Chief Minister's visit to the State GST office at ITO on April 8, where several officials were found absent, and irregularities in functioning were flagged. Acting on her directions, the department initiated large-scale transfers, including three Assistant Commissioners, as part of a wider effort to enforce discipline and accountability.

Officials said the reshuffle targeted employees who had been posted in the same department or location for over th...