U.P.S.R.T.C. vs MAHESH K. MISHRA

The Supreme Court held that the U.P. State Public Services Tribunal and the Allahabad High Court had erred in their assessments regarding the disciplinary action against the respondent, who was terminated for issuing incorrect tickets. The Court emphasized that the punishment was disproportionate to the alleged misconduct, particularly noting the lack of passenger testimony and reliance on insufficient evidence. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to reinstate the respondent with 25% back wages, affirming the principle that punishment must fit the nature of the offense under the U.P. State Road Transport Corporation Employees (Other Than Officers) Services Regulation, 1981.