Canara Bank And Ors vs Shri Debasis Das And Ors

The Supreme Court examined the interpretation of Regulation 6(18) and 6(21) of the Canara Bank Officer Employees' (Conduct) Regulations, 1976, in the context of disciplinary proceedings against an employee. The Court held that the employee's claim of exoneration based on a purportedly fabricated document was not substantiated, and the disciplinary authority's decision to proceed with the inquiry was valid. The Court upheld the dismissal order, emphasizing the importance of adherence to procedural regulations in disciplinary matters.