PUNJAB STATE POWER CORPORATION LIMITED vs NIRVAL SINGH

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of compassionate appointment following the death of an employee. The court noted that the respondent's application was made under an earlier policy, which was subsequently kept in abeyance due to the introduction of a new policy. The respondent was offered compensation and a temporary post under the new policy, which he declined. The court ultimately upheld the lower court's decision, emphasizing that there is no inherent right to compassionate appointment.