UNION PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION vs A.K.SALIM .

The Supreme Court upheld the Kerala High Court's judgment affirming the Central Administrative Tribunal's direction to the UPSC to convene a Selection Committee meeting for considering the promotion of Mr. A.K. Salim to the Indian Forest Service, as per the Indian Forest Services (Appointment by Promotion) Regulations, 1966. The Court noted that Mr. Salim was eligible for promotion based on his service record and the vacancies available, rejecting the argument that further proposals were needed from the State Government. The Court emphasized the importance of timely promotions in accordance with established regulations.