STATE BANK OF INDIA vs MOHAMMAD BADRUDDIN

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to set aside the punishment imposed on Mohammad Badruddin by the State Bank of India, citing a violation of natural justice due to the failure to provide the Inquiry Report prior to the disciplinary action. The court emphasized the necessity of adhering to procedural fairness in disciplinary proceedings. Consequently, the respondent was granted all consequential benefits, including back wages.