R.Mohajan & Ors vs Shefali Sengupta & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the Central Administrative Tribunal's order directing the appellants to grant the respondents their due seniority from the date of their appointment in DGS&D prior to their transfer to the Railways, as per the provisions of the Railway Board's order dated 18.10.1994. The Court emphasized that the respondents are entitled to the benefits of the next below rule with all consequential benefits, except for arrears prior to the application date. The Court dismissed the appeal, affirming the Tribunal's decision and the necessity for compliance by the appellants.