STATE OF BIHAR vs SHIVANARAYAN SINGH

The Supreme Court held that the dismissal of Sheo Narayan Singh from the Bihar Military Police was valid as it was based on manipulation of service records and prior military misconduct. The Court emphasized the necessity of adhering to principles of natural justice, as the High Court had quashed the Director General's order for lack of notice and opportunity to be heard. The Court upheld the High Court's directive for a fresh hearing, reinforcing the importance of procedural fairness in disciplinary actions under Rule 853-A(a) of the Bihar Police Manual.