Lucknow K.Gramin Bank(Now)Allahabad ... vs Rajendra Singh

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of unequal treatment in disciplinary proceedings under Regulation 38(1)(b)(ii) of the Bank's Service Regulations, where three employees were dismissed while others received lesser penalties after admitting guilt. The Court held that the principle of equality and fair treatment mandates that similar cases should be treated alike, and thus directed the Bank to reconsider the punishment of the respondents in light of the penalties imposed on their co-employees. The Court emphasized that the Appellate Authority must act fairly and consistently in disciplinary matters.