DY. DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION,NAGPUR vs MANGAL .

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in entertaining a writ petition filed after a delay of almost 30 years, emphasizing the principle that delay defeats equity. The Court stated that the discretionary relief under Article 226 of the Constitution is equitable and should not be granted in cases of laches and negligence. Consequently, the Court set aside the High Court's order directing the State to grant pension and pensionary benefits, allowing the appeal.