Uttar Pradesh Forest Corporation ... vs Vijay Kumar Yadav

The Supreme Court overturned the High Court's decision regarding the punishment order for recovery of Rs.2,46,922.56 against Vijay Kumar Yadav, as the Disciplinary Authority failed to follow principles of natural justice by not issuing notice on the disagreement with the Enquiry Officer's findings. The court emphasized the necessity of adhering to procedural fairness in disciplinary proceedings, leading to the conclusion that the punishment order was invalid.