V.C., Banaras Hindu University & Ors vs Shrikant

The Supreme Court held that the termination of Dr. Shrikant's service by Banaras Hindu University was valid as he failed to obtain prior sanction for leave and did not report back to duty as required under the University Ordinances. The Court emphasized that adherence to the statutory provisions under the Banaras Hindu University Act, particularly Sections 10, 17, and 18, is essential for the management of university affairs. The Court upheld the university's decision, affirming that the respondent's actions constituted abandonment of service under the applicable rules.