Sustainability Of Punishment Order Questionable If Procedure Not Followed During Inquiry Stage: Allahabad High Court

In a recent ruling, the High Court addressed a critical case involving disciplinary proceedings and the principles of natural justice. The case revolved around procedural compliance under Rule 9 of the Service Rules and highlighted significant lapses in the disciplinary process. This verdict sheds light on the mandatory procedures and the necessity of adhering to principles of fairness in disciplinary actions within the judiciary. Case Background: The petitioner, Rajesh Kumar,…