H.C. SARIN vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of a railway official, affirming that the departmental enquiry conducted under Rule 1730 of the Indian Railways Establishment Code did not violate principles of natural justice or Article 311 of the Constitution. The Court found that the appellant was provided adequate opportunity to defend himself and that the absence of a professional lawyer did not infringe his rights, as the rules allowed for representation by another railway officer. The appeal was dismissed, confirming the validity of the enquiry process and the findings against the appellant.