REGIONAL MANAGER,U.P.S.R.T.C ETAWAH &ORS vs HOTI LAL

The Supreme Court held that the High Court improperly interfered with the quantum of punishment awarded to the employee under the U.P. State Road Transport Corporation's Conduct Code. The Court emphasized that the charges of misconduct, including ticketless travel and possession of old tickets, were substantiated after a fair inquiry, and the punishment of termination was justified given the serious nature of the offenses. The Court reinstated the termination order, affirming the employer's right to impose appropriate disciplinary action under the relevant service regulations.