POST MASTER GENERAL, KOLKATA vs TUTU DAS (DUTTA)

The Supreme Court held that the circular issued on 13.11.1987 allowing certain daily rated mazdoors to be considered for appointment as EDAs was valid, provided they had worked for 240 days prior to 7.5.1985. The Court emphasized that the eligibility criteria must be strictly adhered to, and the respondent's claim for absorption as EDA was contingent upon proving the requisite service period. The Court ultimately directed the authorities to verify the respondent's service records in accordance with the established criteria, thereby upholding the principles of fair employment practices under Service Law.