BHAKRA BEAS MANAGEMENT BOARD vs KRISHAN KUMAR VIJ

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of entitlement to higher pay scales for employees under the Bhakra Beas Management Board, specifically examining whether such benefits could be granted without the prerequisite qualifications as per the Office Order issued by the Punjab State Electricity Board. The Court held that the scheme for time-bound promotions, initiated on 1.1.1986, aimed to alleviate stagnation among employees and should be interpreted to allow for such benefits despite the absence of formal qualifications. The appeals were decided in favor of the employees, affirming their right to the higher pay scale.