STATE OF WEST BENGAL vs MADAN MOHAN SEN

The Supreme Court held that Agragamies in the West Bengal Civil Emergency Force and Firemen/Leaders in the Fire Service Department perform different duties and responsibilities, thus justifying the difference in pay scales. The Court found that the Agragamies are auxiliary personnel called upon in emergencies, while Firemen/Leaders are specialized fire-fighting forces. The Court concluded that the respondents failed to prove discrimination or entitlement to a higher pay scale, affirming the lower court's decision.