Nilangshu Bhusan Basu vs Deb K. Sinha & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the Calcutta High Court's decision to set aside the selection of the appellant for the post of Chief Municipal Engineer (Civil) under the Calcutta Municipal Corporation Act, 1980, specifically referencing Section 14. The Court emphasized that the recruitment process must adhere to the qualifications and conditions set forth in the Calcutta Municipal Corporation (Recruitment of officers appointed by Mayor-in-Council) Rules, 1985. The Court found that the selection did not comply with the statutory requirements, leading to the dismissal of the appeal.