New Delhi, Feb. 23 -- The Central government has increased the authorised strength of the Indian Administrative Service (IAS) cadre in Gujarat from 313 to 328, adding 15 new posts.

The amendment, issued under the All India Services Act, 1951, modifies the Indian Administrative Service (Fixation of Cadre Strength) Regulations, 1955, in consultation with the government of Gujarat.

The revised regulations were notified by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions and came into effect on February 13.

As per the notification, the total number of Senior Duty Posts under the Gujarat government has been fixed at 178. These include key positions such as Chief Secretary (one), Additional Chief Secretary (five), Principal Secretar...