KAMLESH vs UNION OF INDIA THROUGH SECRETARY, DEPARTMENT OF POST

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of regularization of service for Extra Departmental Employees (EDE) under the Department of Posts, emphasizing that mere prolonged service does not entitle an employee to regularization. The Court upheld the High Court's dismissal of the appellant's miscellaneous application, affirming that the provisional appointment was subject to termination without notice as per the terms of the appointment. However, the Court later ordered the reinstatement of the appellant with pay equivalent to regular employees, highlighting the need for equitable treatment among similarly situated employees.