State Of U.P. & Ors vs Saroj Kumar Sinha

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to quash the removal order of the respondent under the U.P. Government Servant (Discipline & Appeal) Rules, 1999, emphasizing the mandatory procedural requirements outlined in Rule 7 for conducting disciplinary inquiries. The Court found that the charge sheet did not comply with the necessary specifications, including clarity and the provision of evidence, thus violating the respondent's right to a fair hearing. Consequently, the Court directed the reinstatement of the respondent with all consequential benefits.