SYED ABDUL ALAM vs GOVT. OF A.P.

The Supreme Court upheld the Andhra Pradesh Administrative Tribunal's decision which invalidated G.O. Ms. No.585, stating that the amendment to the Police Standing Orders regarding promotion criteria was not in accordance with the statutory rules. The Court emphasized that promotions must adhere to the merit-based selection as outlined in the Andhra Pradesh State Police Subordinate Service Rules, specifically Rule 2[b]. The Court directed that only those Head Constables who passed the initial tests should be sent for training, ensuring compliance with the established rules for regular appointments.