WG. CDR. ASHWINI KUMAR HANDA (RETD) vs UNION OF INDIA

The Supreme Court upheld the Armed Forces Tribunal's decision to deny the appellant's claim for refund of pay and allowances deducted due to breach of the Service Guarantee Certificate under the Service Leave Rules. The Court found that the appellant's premature retirement was primarily based on dissatisfaction with promotion and posting, rather than solely on health grounds, thus validating the enforcement of the service commitment. The Court held that the appellant's undertaking to serve for nine years post-study leave was binding and enforceable, leading to the dismissal of the appeal.