ISMAIL ABDUL LATIF SHAIKH vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court held that the physical requirement for the post of Sub-Inspector was not applicable, as established by the Maharashtra Administrative Tribunal in the case of Shashikant Dhaku Chavan. The Court found merit in the appellant's grievances regarding his promotion denial in 1966 due to chest measurement, which was not a valid criterion. Consequently, the Court allowed the appeal, stating that the appellant's promotion to Sub-Inspector would be deemed effective from the date of his initial rejection in 1966, with seniority benefits only.