S.R.TEWARI vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Central Administrative Tribunal which had set aside the dismissal order of the appellant, an IPS officer, under the provisions of the All India Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1969. The Court found that the disciplinary proceedings were flawed and the punishment of dismissal was disproportionate to the charges proved. Consequently, the Court directed the reinstatement of the appellant with all consequential benefits, emphasizing the need for fair procedure in disciplinary actions.