RAMINDER SINGH vs STATE OF PUNJAB

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's dismissal of the appellant's writ petition challenging the cancellation of his promotion from Research Assistant Grade B to Silt Observer. The Court interpreted Rule 10 of the Punjab Public Works Department (Irrigation Branch), Research Assistants’ State Service Class III Rules, 1956, emphasizing that promotions are not a matter of right and must follow the prescribed method of recruitment. The Court concluded that the appellant's reversion was lawful as he did not meet the necessary qualifications for the promoted position.