SHESHRAO JANGLUJI BAGDE vs BHAIYYA S/O GOVINDRAO KARALE AND ORS.

The Supreme Court interpreted Rule 3(1) of the Maharashtra Ground Water Service Class I (Recruitment) Rules, 1976, holding that the requirement of 10 years of experience post-qualification was not applicable for promotions. The Court found that the amendment to the rule, which deleted the experience requirement, was retroactive and applicable to the appellant's case. Consequently, the Court allowed the appellant's appeal against the High Court's decision that quashed his promotion, thereby reinstating his position as Deputy Director.