Hassan Dist.Cen.Co-Op.Bank Ltd vs Jt.Regr.Of Cooperative Societies & Anr

The Supreme Court addressed the validity of Rule 153 of the Staff Service Rules of the Hassan District Co-operative Bank, which allows for compulsory retirement of employees. The Court held that the procedure followed by the Bank in retiring the employee was not in accordance with the stipulated rules, specifically noting that Rule 153 was unenforceable as it conflicted with Rule 18 of the Karnataka Co-operative Societies Rules. Consequently, the Court upheld the decision of the Joint Registrar and the High Court, affirming the reinstatement of the employee and the payment of dues.