Punjab State Electricity Board & Ors vs Jagjiwan Ram And Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the Punjab State Electricity Board's scheme for time-bound promotional scales under which employees are entitled to promotional increments after 9 and 16 years of service, as per the office order dated 23rd April 1990. The Court emphasized that the scheme aims to alleviate stagnation among employees and ensure timely promotions, thereby enhancing efficiency. The Court ruled that the scheme is valid and enforceable, affirming the Board's discretion in implementing the promotional scales.