New Delhi: In a notable development within the Indian Forest Service, K. Kannan, a 2004-batch officer belonging to the Punjab cadre, has opted for voluntary retirement. The decision has been formalised by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) through an official notification issued on Monday, February 16, 2026.
President Accepts Resignation Under AIS Rules
According to the notification, the President of India has accepted Kannan’s resignation from service under the provisions of the All India Services (Death-cum-Retirement Benefits) Rules, 1958.
The order authorises him to take voluntary retirement from the Indian Forest Service (IFS), bringing an end to his tenure in the All India Service cadre.
Officer Details
- Name: K. Kannan
- Service: Indian Forest Service (IFS)
- Batch: 2004
- Cadre: Punjab
Kannan belonged to the Punjab cadre and had been serving under the administrative framework of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
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Formal Notification Issued
The Ministry’s notification dated February 16, 2026, officially confirmed that he has been authorised to take voluntary retirement from service. The decision marks a significant administrative move within the cadre, as voluntary retirements among All India Service officers are relatively uncommon and require approval at the highest level.
Further details regarding his future plans have not been disclosed.
