STATE GOVERNMENT OF M.P. vs SHANKARLAL

The Supreme Court held that the respondent's termination from service was valid as he failed to participate in the departmental proceedings despite being given multiple opportunities, thus violating the principles of natural justice. The Court emphasized that the respondent's absence was willful and that he had collected subsistence allowance during the suspension period, which was in accordance with Rule 53 of the Fundamental Rules. The appeal against the termination was dismissed, affirming the decision of the State Administrative Tribunal.