H.P. STATE ELECTRICITY BOARD LTD vs MAHESH DAHIYA

The Supreme Court upheld the Himachal Pradesh High Court's decision to reinstate Mahesh Dahiya, who was compulsorily retired by the H.P. State Electricity Board. The Court found that the disciplinary action taken against Dahiya was unjustified as he had provided medical certificates justifying his absence. The Court directed the Board to promote Dahiya to the post of Superintending Engineer if found suitable, thereby affirming the High Court's order under the principles of natural justice and fair procedure.