Simultaneous Trial and Departmental Inquiry Permitted Against Employee Accused of Stealing ₹260 from India Government Mint: Allahabad High Court
The Allahabad High Court has ruled that both criminal trial and departmental inquiry can proceed simultaneously against an employee accused of theft at the India Government Mint, Noida. The decision was delivered by Justice Ajay Bhanot, who emphasized that allowing such an employee to continue in service without disciplinary action would undermine institutional accountability and the rule of law. Background of the Case The petitioner, Anand Kumar, employed as Assistant…
