H.P. Scheduled Tribes Emp.Fedn & Anr vs Himachal Pradesh S.V.K.K & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of reservation in promotions for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes under Article 16 of the Constitution. The Court noted that the State of Himachal Pradesh had previously issued instructions for such reservations, which were quashed by the High Court. The Court held that the State must take a decision on the matter based on data already collected, emphasizing the need for timely action in accordance with the principles established in Indra Sawhney & Ors. v. Union of India, which restricts reservation in promotions. The application was disposed of with directions to the State.