State Of Orissa And Ors vs Bhikari Charan Khuntia And Ors. Etc

The Supreme Court upheld the Orissa High Court's directive under Article 226 of the Constitution, mandating the State to conduct interviews for the appointment of Junior Assistants in Local Fund Service within three months. The Court emphasized the need for timely recruitment processes and recognized the petitioners' concerns regarding age limits due to delays. The judgment reinforced the principle that administrative bodies must adhere to established recruitment procedures and timelines, ensuring fair opportunities for candidates whose names were sponsored by employment exchanges.