STATE OF MAHARASHTRA vs M.H. MAZUMDAR

The Supreme Court held that under Rule 188 of the Bombay Civil Services Rules, the government has the authority to reduce a retired government servant's pension for misconduct committed during service. The Court found that the High Court erred in ruling that the State Government lacked authority to initiate disciplinary proceedings post-retirement. However, the Court deemed the 50% reduction in pension as disproportionate and harsh, emphasizing the need to consider the respondent's retirement status and its impact on his livelihood.