GANESH SANTA RAM SIRUR vs STATE BANK OF INDIA

The Supreme Court addressed the appeal against the High Court's dismissal of a writ petition challenging the removal of the appellant from service under the State Bank of India Officer’s Services Rules, 1992. The Court found that the disciplinary proceedings were flawed as the Enquiry Officer's report, which proved only one out of seven charges, was not communicated timely, violating principles of natural justice. The Court held that the punishment of removal was disproportionate and quashed the order, directing reinstatement with back wages and service benefits under Rule 69(3).