Union Of India & Ors vs Dwarka Prasad Tiwari

The Supreme Court upheld the Madhya Pradesh High Court's decision to set aside the dismissal of Dwarka Prasad, a constable in the CRPF, under Rule 27(a)(i) of the Central Reserve Police Force Rules, 1955, finding the punishment disproportionate to the misconduct of firing a weapon without orders. The Court emphasized that the disciplinary authorities failed to adequately consider the respondent's defense and circumstances, leading to a shockingly harsh penalty. The Court affirmed the High Court's order for reinstatement with continuity of service and full salary from the date of judgment, but without back wages.