Panchkula, Aug. 14 -- The Department of Posts has revised leave-sanctioning powers for Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS), decentralising authority for different categories of leave and directing that all admissible leave applications be submitted online.
The order categorically states that no leave will be approved manually.
The order, issued on August 13, follows the revision of the Schedule of Engaging, Disciplinary and Appellate Authorities for GDS in November 2025 and clarifies the authorities competent to sanction leave and approve substitute arrangements.
A key change is that the Sub-Divisional Head's power to sanction Leave Without Allowance (LWA) for Branch Postmasters has been increased from 60 to 90 days, bringing it at par with the exis...