Gopal Dutt Shukla vs Bihar State Road Transport Corporation ...

The Supreme Court held that the appellant, whose compulsory retirement was set aside, is entitled to have his service period between 08.10.2004 and 28.11.2007 treated as continuous for all purposes, except for actual wages. The Court clarified that while the appellant did not work during this period, the legal effect of the reinstatement mandates recognition of the service period for benefits. The appeal was disposed of in favor of the appellant, directing the respondents accordingly.