STATE OF HARYANA vs RAMESHWAR DASS

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the lower courts, 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 denial of promotion constituted a recurring cause of action, thus rejecting the State's arguments regarding locus standi and limitation. The Court ordered that the respondent's promotion and salary be adjusted accordingly, reinforcing the principle of seniority in promotions under service law.