UNION OF INDIA AND OTHERS vs S.L. DUTTA AND OTHERS

The Supreme Court held that the change in promotion policy for Air Vice-Marshals in the Indian Air Force did not alter their conditions of service, as their eligibility for promotion remained intact. The Court emphasized that judicial interference in policy matters should be minimal, particularly when the policy involves technical or scientific considerations. The High Court's order was set aside, affirming that the change in policy was not arbitrary and had been duly considered by senior officials before implementation.