BIHAR STATE SUB.INDS.FIELD OFFICERS ASCN vs KAPILDEO PD. SINGH

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Patna High Court which declared certain provisions of the Bihar Industries Service Rules, 1987 as ultra vires, specifically regarding the promotion channel for non-gazetted employees to gazetted posts. The Court clarified that both Field Employees and Statistics Employees were affected by the ruling, and thus, the promotions granted under the impugned rule were valid pending resolution of the issues. The Court emphasized the need for clarity in the promotion rules to ensure fair treatment of all employees involved.