U.P. STATE SUGAR CORP. LTD. vs KAMAL SWAROOP TONDON

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision that disciplinary proceedings initiated against the respondent after his retirement were illegal, as he had ceased to be an employee of U.P. State Sugar Corporation Ltd. on January 31, 2000. The Court emphasized that no disciplinary action could be taken against a retired employee, thereby quashing the orders for recovery of amounts due to alleged negligence. The Corporation was directed to pay the respondent all benefits, including gratuity and leave encashment, with interest from the date of retirement.