Department Of Rural Development And ... vs Dharam Pal

The Supreme Court examined the legality of the Punjab and Haryana High Court's order granting pay scale benefits to the respondent for officiating posts of Superintendent Grade II and I, despite restrictions in prior orders. The Court held that the High Court erred in relying on Pritam Singh Dhaliwal v. State of Punjab, emphasizing that the Punjab Civil Services Rules do not support the respondent's claim for benefits without the Departmental Promotion Committee's approval. Consequently, the appeal was allowed, overturning the High Court's decision.