Missing Object Heads in Schedule III for Head of Postal Division Comparately with Schedule II-A(Regional Head/ Head of the Department)
| Object Head | Description | Financial Powers (Schedule II-A - HOD/HOC) | Remarks (Missing in Schedule III?) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 (Rewards) | Cash awards for exceptional courage, Hindi Pratiyogita, etc. | - HOC: Rs. 10,000/- per case (courage) - Rs. 2,000/- (GDS) - Rs. 1,000/- (non-Govt informers) |
Missing in Schedule III – Divisional Heads have no explicit power for rewards. |
| 09 (Training Expenses) | Domestic & foreign training expenses | - Rs. 2 Lakh per domestic training - Full powers for foreign training (with prior approval) |
Missing in Schedule III – No delegation for training expenses. |
| 19 (Digital Equipment) | Procurement of ICT equipment (computers, laptops, etc.) | - Rs. 5 Lakh per case (desktops) - Rs. 20 Lakh (replacement) - Rs. 1.3 Lakh (laptops for officers) |
Missing in Schedule III – Divisional Heads can only purchase non-computer office equipment (Rs. 5,000/- per case). |
| 21 (Material & Supplies) | Purchase of medical, lab, postal stores, etc. | - Full powers (PSD purchases) - Rs. 2 Lakh limit for local purchases |
Missing in Schedule III – No explicit delegation for material procurement. |
| 24 (Fuels & Lubricants) | Petrol, diesel, CNG, etc. | - Full powers (subject to GoI limits) | Missing in Schedule III – No delegation for fuel expenses. |
| 26 (Advertising & Publicity) | Print/TV/online ads, exhibitions | - Rs. 5 Lakh (DAPV ads) - Rs. 2 Lakh (other media) |
Missing in Schedule III – Divisional Heads have no advertising powers. |
| 29 (Repair & Maintenance) | Maintenance of equipment, vehicles, etc. | - Full powers (subject to Rs. 2 Lakh limit per case) | Missing in Schedule III – Only minor civil/electrical works (Rs. 50,000/-) are delegated. |
| 31 (Grants-in-Aid) | Loans/grants to co-op societies | - Rs. 5,000/- (initial grant) - Rs. 10,000/- (loan) |
Missing in Schedule III – No delegation for grants/loans. |
| 39 (Bank Charges) | MDR, DBT, agency fees | - Full powers (subject to Rs. 2 Lakh limit) | Missing in Schedule III – No delegation for bank charges. |
| 40 (Awards & Prizes) | Prizes to eminent persons | - Full powers (subject to rules) | Missing in Schedule III – No delegation for awards. |
| 49 (Other Revenue Expenditure) | Freight, demurrage, compensation | - Full powers (subject to Rs. 2 Lakh limit) | Missing in Schedule III – Only refunds are delegated. |
| 51 (Motor Vehicles) | Purchase of new vehicles | - Full powers (replacement only) | Missing in Schedule III – No delegation for vehicle procurement. |
| 52 (Machinery & Equipment) | Fire protection, medical appliances | - Full powers (subject to Rs. 2 Lakh limit) | Missing in Schedule III – No delegation for high-value machinery. |
| 71 (ICT Equipment) | Computers, telecom devices | - Rs. 5 Lakh (desktops) - Rs. 20 Lakh (replacements) |
Missing in Schedule III – Only Rs. 5,000/- for non-computer equipment. |
| 72 (Buildings & Structures) | Construction, renovation | - Rs. 10 Crore (HOC) - Rs. 2 Crore (alterations) |
Missing in Schedule III – Only minor works (Rs. 50,000/-) are allowed. |
| 73 (Infrastructural Assets) | Roads, bridges, solar systems | - Rs. 2 Crore per case | Missing in Schedule III – No delegation for infrastructure. |
| 74 (Furniture & Fixtures) | High-value furniture | - Full powers (subject to Rs. 1 Lakh threshold) | Missing in Schedule III – Only Rs. 2 Lakh per annum for divisional offices. |
| 76 (Heritage Assets) | Upgradation of heritage items | - As per GoI/DoP limits | Missing in Schedule III – No delegation for heritage assets. |
| 77 (Other Fixed Assets) | Library books, non-motor vehicles | - Full powers (subject to Rs. 2 Lakh limit) | Missing in Schedule III – No delegation for books/vehicles. |
Key Observations:
- Divisional Heads (Schedule III) have limited powers compared to HOD/HOC (Schedule II-A).
- Major exclusions in Schedule III:
- Training expenses (HOD: Rs. 2 Lakh per case)
- ICT equipment (HOD: Rs. 5-20 Lakh vs. Divisional: Rs. 5,000/- for non-computer items)
Construction & infrastructure (HOD: Rs. 10 Crore vs. Divisional: Rs. 50,000/- for minor works)
- Advertising & publicity (HOD: Rs. 5 Lakh vs. Divisional: None)
- Divisional Heads focus on operational expenses (salaries, office contingents, minor repairs), while HOD/HOC handle high-value procurements and policy-level expenditures.
Conclusion:
- Schedule III (Divisional Heads) is restrictive and does not cover capital expenditures, ICT, training, or infrastructure.
- Schedule II-A (HOD/HOC) grants broader powers, especially for high-value purchases and policy decisions.
- Divisional Heads must refer to HOD/HOC for approvals beyond their delegated limits (e.g., computers, construction, training).
Recommendation:
Divisional Heads should consult Schedule II-A (HOD/HOC) for expenditures beyond their scope (e.g., ICT, construction, training). Any missing powers in Schedule III must be escalated to higher authorities.
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