C.R. YADAV, HCS (RETD) vs STATE OF HARYANA

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in rejecting the appellant's writ petition regarding seniority solely on the basis of his retirement. The Court emphasized that the writ petition was pending at the time of retirement and thus should be heard on its merits. The judgment of the High Court was set aside, and the case was remitted for expeditious disposal, preferably within six months, considering the appellant's status as a senior citizen.