MEHNGA SINGH, EX-SUB INSPECTOR vs INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE .

The Supreme Court held that in cases of disciplinary action, particularly regarding dismissal, the previous unblemished record of service and plausible explanations must be considered. The Court found that the extreme punishment of dismissal was not warranted and directed that the punishment be modified to compulsory retirement, allowing the appellant to receive retiral benefits. The Court mandated that all terminal benefits be computed and paid within six months, including the release of pension.