UNION OF INDIA vs BIPAD BHANJAN GAYEN

The Supreme Court held that the termination of Bipad Bhanjan Gayen's services as a Constable in the Railway Protection Force was invalid due to a violation of the principles of natural justice, as he was not given an opportunity to be heard before the orders were made. The Court emphasized that the orders were stigmatic and penal in nature, necessitating a proper inquiry. The Court upheld the High Court's decision to quash the termination orders, reinforcing the requirement for procedural fairness in employment matters under the Railway Protection Force Rules.