State Bank Of India & Ors vs Bidyut Kumar Mitra & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to quash the disciplinary proceedings against the respondent, who was charged under the State Bank of India (Supervising Staff) Service Rules for negligence in granting loans without proper scrutiny. The Court found that the inquiry was conducted in violation of the principles of natural justice, as the respondent was not given a fair opportunity to defend himself. Consequently, the Court held that the disciplinary actions taken were invalid and set aside the orders of punishment and the inquiry report.