SURENDRA WAMANRAO DESHMUKH vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of entitlement to compassionate pension under Rule 100 of the Maharashtra Civil Services (Pension) Rules, 1982, following the appellant's compulsory retirement. The Court held that the appellant should be allowed to make a representation to the concerned authority, which must be considered on merits, ensuring that similar cases are treated equally. The High Court's prior judgment was not to impede this process, and the appeal was disposed of accordingly.