PARMESHWAR NANDA vs THE STATE OF JHARKHAND CHIEF SECRETARY

The Supreme Court upheld the Full Bench decision of the Jharkhand High Court, affirming that the services rendered by the appellants under the Adult Education and Non-Formal Education Project cannot be counted for pensionary benefits post their appointment by the State, as per Clauses 11 and 12 of the notification dated 30th May 2007. The Court emphasized that these clauses explicitly state that the absorption of surplus personnel is treated as a new appointment, and prior service will not contribute to seniority or pay protection. Consequently, the appeals were dismissed, maintaining the High Court's ruling.