STATE OF HARYANA vs SATYENDER SINGH RATHORE

The Supreme Court upheld the Punjab and Haryana High Court's ruling that the termination of the employee, a Medical Officer, was invalid as it was based on alleged misconduct without following the principles of natural justice. The Court emphasized that the termination, although termed simpliciter, was founded on misconduct, thus requiring a proper inquiry. The Court ordered reinstatement with consequential benefits, allowing the State to proceed in accordance with statutory rules and natural justice principles.