Whispers in bureaucratic circles predict that the new Cadre Allocation Policy 2026 will lead to more inter-state transfers within groups (e.g., Assam-Meghalaya in Group I with Bihar, Chhattisgarh), reducing zonal biases and promoting pan-India service. Some speculate faster deputations to NE to fill retirement-induced gaps. In Manipur, recent violence whispers of potential IPS reshuffles for security.