STATE OF U.P. vs RAM KRISHNA

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision that the termination of the respondent's services was unlawful under the principles established in D.K. Yadav v. J.M.A. Industries, 1993 (3) J.T. 617. The Court found that the respondent's absence without leave constituted misconduct, but emphasized that no inquiry was conducted prior to termination, violating principles of natural justice. Consequently, the Court affirmed the High Court's ruling that both termination orders were quashed, thereby reinstating the respondent's position.