Vacancies in the Presiding Officer's office require replacement appointment, allowing pending tribunal proceedings to continue from the existing stage.

Vacancies in the office of the Presiding Officer of the Cyber Appellate Tribunal, other than those caused by temporary absence, must be filled by the Central Government through appointment of another person in accordance with the applicable provisions. Pending proceedings may continue from the stage reached when the vacancy is filled, preserving procedural continuity.

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