Fundamental Right to Career Progression Can't Be Denied Arbitrarily; Resignation or NOC Request Must Be Considered Fairly: Himachal Pradesh High Court

The Himachal Pradesh High Court, in a significant judgment passed on June 24, 2025, reinforced that an unwilling employee cannot be compelled to remain in service, especially when the individual is seeking higher education and is willing to serve the State after gaining advanced qualifications. The judgment was delivered by Justice Jyotsna Rewal Dua in the case of Sanjay Kumar v. State of Himachal Pradesh & Others, bearing CWP No.…