DIRECTOR, C.B.I. vs D.P. SINGH

The Delhi High Court ruled that D. P. Singh's seniority as Deputy Superintendent of Police (Dy.S.P.) should be recognized from November 24, 1977, rather than June 29, 1987, based on his initial appointment to the post on an ad-hoc basis. The Court emphasized that despite being on deputation, Singh's lien with the parent department was maintained, and his absorption in CBI was delayed without formal order. The Court's decision overturned the Central Administrative Tribunal's dismissal of Singh's application, thereby granting him the seniority he sought.