STATE BANK OF BIKANER & JAIPUR vs AJAY KUMAR GULATI

The Supreme Court upheld the Delhi High Court's directions regarding the scope of a disciplinary enquiry against an employee of the State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur. The Court emphasized that the disciplinary authority must provide the employee with a fair opportunity to present their defense, especially after the initial enquiry report established the charges against them. The Court confirmed that the disciplinary authority's decision to conduct a fresh enquiry was justified to ensure justice and fairness in the proceedings.