SUKHDEO vs COMNR., AMRAVATI DIVISION, AMRAVATI &ANR

The Supreme Court ruled on the validity of the compulsory retirement of a government servant under Rule 65(1)(b) of the Maharashtra Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1982. The Court held that the power to retire a government servant must be exercised in the public interest, specifically to enhance efficiency in public service. The Court found that the adverse remarks in the appellant's service record were insufficient to justify the retirement, as they did not reflect a lack of integrity or capability, leading to the quashing of the retirement order.