State Of Haryana & Ors vs Rameshwar Dass

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Chandigarh High Court, affirming that Rameshwar Dass, who was appointed as Fitter Coolie on 27.6.1984 and regularized on 1.4.1993, was entitled to promotion to the post of Water Pump Operator Grade-II from the date his juniors were promoted. The Court ruled that the respondent had a recurring cause of action for promotion, and the absence of a seniority list from the appellants was detrimental to their case. The Court emphasized that seniority must be recognized based on the date of appointment, leading to the conclusion that the respondent was indeed senior to the promoted employees.