Pension Relief Granted to DSC Personnel, Shortfall Can Be Condoned: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of India delivered a significant judgment in Union of India & Ors. vs. Balakrishnan Mullikote & Connected Matters, addressing the pension rights of personnel belonging to the Defence Security Corps (DSC). The dispute centered around whether ex-servicemen working in DSC are entitled to a second pension and whether shortfall in qualifying service can be condoned. Facts Leading to the Dispute The case involved retired Army personnel who…