CHIEF G.M.TELECOMMUNICATION vs RAJENDRA CH. BHATTACHARJEE

The Supreme Court addressed the applicability of the office memorandum No. 20014/283-E.IV dated 14.12.1983 regarding the transfer of Central Government civilian employees in the North Eastern region. The Court held that the provision for transfer to a station of choice applies to all employees, including those appointed within the region, thereby affirming the government's intent to retain competent officers in the area. The judgment clarified that the conditions set forth in the memorandum are binding and must be adhered to by the authorities concerned.