TUSHAR D. BHATT vs STATE OF GUJARAT .

The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of the appellant, a Food Inspector, under the Gujarat Civil Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, after finding him guilty of unauthorized absence and disobedience of transfer orders. The Court emphasized that the disciplinary proceedings were conducted fairly, providing the appellant ample opportunity to defend himself. The dismissal was deemed justified as the appellant failed to comply with the transfer order and engaged in misconduct, thus affirming the authority of the disciplinary body under the relevant rules.