K.A. NAGAMANI vs INDIAN AIRLINES .

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision affirming the dismissal of the appellant's writ petition challenging the promotion of her juniors to the post of Deputy Manager (Maintenance/Systems). The Court ruled that promotions are to be based on merit, as per the terms of the settlement between Indian Airlines and its Officers' Association, and found no merit in the appellant's claims regarding seniority lists and eligibility. The Court confirmed that the promotion process adhered to the established Recruitment and Promotion Rules, specifically Rule 4(d).