GENERAL MANAGER,TELEPHONES vs V.G.DESAI

The Supreme Court held that the Central Administrative Tribunal's direction to release the respondent's GPF and other dues was justified, as the delay in processing his retirement request after the imposition of censure was unreasonable. The Court emphasized that the authorities should have resolved the issue of retirement benefits promptly after the punishment was awarded under the relevant service rules. The Court upheld the Tribunal's order for payment of dues with interest at 9% from April 20, 1972, affirming the principle that undue delay in administrative decisions can lead to financial liabilities for the government.