PRINCIPAL SECY, GOVT. OF A.P. vs M. ADINARAYANA

The Supreme Court upheld the Andhra Pradesh Administrative Tribunal's decision to quash the removal of the respondent from service, citing the lack of jurisdiction of the Tribunal to inquire into the charges against him. The Court emphasized that the procedure followed by the Government in issuing the removal order under G.O.Ms.No.520 was flawed, violating the principles of natural justice. The Court held that the respondent was entitled to a fair hearing before any disciplinary action could be taken, thereby confirming the Tribunal's order and dismissing the appeal.