ORISSA SMALL INDUSTRIS CORPN.LTD. vs NARASINGHA CHARAN MOHANTY .

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Orissa High Court regarding the promotion criteria under Rule 24 of the Employees Service Rules, 1979, emphasizing that merit and suitability are paramount for promotion to the post of General Manager. The Court found that the respondent was duly considered for promotion but was not found suitable, thus the High Court erred in directing reconsideration of his promotion. The appeal was allowed, affirming the decision of the Departmental Promotion Committee.