V. CHARULATHA & ORS. vs S. GUNALAN, CHAIRMAN, RAILWAY RECRUITMENT BOARD, MADRAS,

The Supreme Court addressed the failure of the Railway Recruitment Board to comply with its previous orders regarding the appointment of candidates selected through examinations held in 1987. The Court emphasized the importance of adhering to judicial directives and noted that despite assurances, no action was taken to implement the orders. Consequently, the Court found it necessary to intervene and directed the Railway authorities to appoint the selected candidates promptly, highlighting the need for accountability in public service recruitment processes.