NARAYAN DATTATRAYA RAMTEERTHKAR vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court dismissed the special leave petition challenging the Maharashtra Administrative Tribunal's order regarding the petitioner's removal from service for misappropriating Rs.1440/- deducted from employees. The Court upheld the findings of misconduct and concluded that the disciplinary authority's decision was appropriate, as the petitioner failed to provide a satisfactory explanation for the delay in challenging the action. The Court also found no merit in the petitioner's claims regarding the preliminary enquiry and principles of natural justice, affirming the Tribunal's decision.