Chairman & Md V.S.P. & Ors vs Goparaju Sri Prabhakara Hari Babu

The Supreme Court upheld the disciplinary action taken against the respondent under the Certified Standing Orders for unauthorized absence from duty, emphasizing that the employer has the right to enforce attendance rules. The Court noted that the respondent's repeated absences, despite warnings and leniency shown in previous disciplinary actions, justified the penalties imposed. The Court held that the respondent's explanation regarding his mother's illness did not absolve him of his responsibilities as an employee, affirming the decision of the lower courts.