STATE OF PUNJAB vs BAHADUR SINGH .

The Supreme Court held that the non-regularization of work-charged employees, who have served for over 16 years, is contrary to government instructions and the principles established in prior judgments, including the case of Girdhari Lal Vs. P.R.T.C. The Court emphasized that the principle of seniority must be adhered to in the regularization process. Consequently, the Court set aside the High Court's order and remanded the matter for fresh consideration, directing the authorities to regularize the services of the petitioners with all consequential reliefs.