Ramanuj Prasad vs Coal India Ltd. And Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Calcutta High Court's Division Bench, which reversed the Single Judge's order for the promotion of the appellant to E-5 Grade in Bharat Coking Coal Limited. The Court noted that the eligibility for promotion was governed by the Common Coal Cadre, which required specific qualifications and a minimum period of service. The appellant's argument that the 1993 circular was inapplicable was dismissed, affirming that the promotion process must adhere to the established eligibility norms as per Clause 4.1 and 4.7 of the Common Coal Cadre.