BHOOP SINGH vs UNION OF INDIA AND ORS.

The Supreme Court held that a dismissed police constable's challenge to his termination after 22 years was not entitled to relief due to inordinate delay, emphasizing the importance of diligence in seeking reinstatement. The Court ruled that the absence of a reasonable explanation for the delay rendered his claim untenable, and the refusal of relief was not discriminatory, as it upheld the principle that relief should be granted to those who act promptly. The decision reinforced the need for government servants to approach the court within a reasonable timeframe, as per Articles 14 and 311 of the Constitution of India.