STATE OF PUNJAB vs HARI SINGH

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, affirming the trial court's ruling that the punishment order against the respondent was illegal due to lack of authority by the Senior Superintendent of Police, as the respondent was promoted by the Deputy Inspector General. The Court found that the departmental enquiry was flawed as essential documents were not provided to the respondent, rendering the enquiry invalid. Consequently, the Court dismissed the appeal filed by the State of Punjab, maintaining the decree in favor of the respondent.