A.J. Fernandis vs The Divisional Manager, South Central ...

The Supreme Court held that the Central Administrative Tribunal's decision to reverse the Appellant's promotion was erroneous, as it misinterpreted Rule 180 of the Railway Establishment Manual. The Court clarified that eligibility for promotion should consider the entire service record, including the Appellant's temporary status in the Commercial Department. The Court reinstated the Appellant's promotion to Senior Ticket Collector, emphasizing that the promotion process must adhere to the established rules and principles of fair consideration.