GOVERNMENT OF A.P. vs MOHD. NASRULLAH KHAN

The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of Mohd. Nasrullah Khan, a Head Constable, for theft of a CCTV lens while on duty, affirming the findings of the disciplinary inquiry which proved the charges beyond reasonable doubt. The Court emphasized that as a member of a disciplined force, the respondent's actions constituted grave misconduct, justifying the dismissal under service regulations. The appeal by the State of Andhra Pradesh was allowed, reversing the High Court's order for reinstatement and back wages.