PROJECT OFFICER,IRDP, vs P.D.CHACKO

The Supreme Court examined the applicability of Rule 60(b) of Part-I Kerala Service Rules (KSR) concerning the entitlement of a respondent, who served as a full-time menial in an aided school as of 07.04.1970, to continue in government service until the age of 60. The Court upheld the Kerala High Court's decision, affirming that the respondent's prior service in the aided school should be considered for the benefit under Rule 60(b) KSR, thereby allowing him to continue in service until 60 years of age. The Court clarified that the service in the aided school qualifies for continuity in service, thus supporting the respondent's claim for pension and other benefits accordingly.