Punjab State Power Corp.Ltd.Patiala ... vs Atma Singh Grewal

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to quash the charge sheet served to the respondent, an ex-employee of Punjab State Electricity Board, on the grounds that it was barred by Rule 2.2(B) of the Punjab Civil Service Rules. The Court noted that the alleged misconduct occurred more than four years prior to the charge sheet being issued, which contravened the stipulated time limit for initiating departmental proceedings against a retired employee. Consequently, the Court found no fault in the High Court's judgment and dismissed the appeal, affirming the imposition of costs on the petitioners.