The Managing Director State Bank Of ... vs P. Kata Rao

The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of an employee from a bank for misconduct under the Prevention of Corruption Act and Section 477A IPC, despite his acquittal in criminal proceedings under Sections 120B, 420, and 468 IPC. The Court emphasized that departmental proceedings can continue irrespective of the outcome of criminal trials, as established under Article 311 of the Constitution. The Court affirmed the High Court's decision to not interfere with the disciplinary action taken against the employee, thereby reinforcing the principle that acquittal in criminal cases does not automatically absolve an employee from departmental liability.