Chairman, Ganga Yamuna Gramin Bank & Ors vs Devi Sahai

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of the disciplinary regulations framed by the Regional Rural Bank under Section 30 of the Regional Rural Banks Act, 1976. The Court held that the regulations must comply with the principles of natural justice, particularly the requirement for a written charge and an opportunity for the employee to defend themselves, as stipulated in the regulations. The Court emphasized that any penalties imposed must follow due process, and failure to adhere to these requirements could render the disciplinary action invalid.