Post Master General, Kolkata & Ors vs Tutu Das (Dutta)

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of eligibility for appointment as EDA under the circular issued on 12th/13th November 1987, which allowed consideration for appointment of daily rated mazdoors who had worked prior to 7.5.1985. The Court held that the respondent's claim for absorption was valid based on the circular and the precedent set in Niva Ghosh's case, emphasizing the need for verification of service duration. The Court directed that if the respondent could prove 240 days of service, she should be granted the benefits of the circular, thereby upholding her right to seek appointment as EDA.