Supreme Court of India · 2022-01-25
THE CHIEF PERSONNEL OFFICER vs A NISHANTH GEROGE
- Citation / case number
- SC 2018/46714
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- THE CHIEF PERSONNEL OFFICER
- Respondent
- A NISHANTH GEROGE
- Author
- HON'BLE THE CHIEF JUSTICE
- Bench
- HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE SANJIV KHANNA HON'BLE THE CHIEF JUSTICE
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the validity of the Safety Related Retirement Scheme introduced by the Railway Board, which allowed Gangmen and Drivers aged 55-57 to seek voluntary retirement. The court upheld the scheme, emphasizing the importance of safety in railway operations and the need for physical fitness in these roles. The decision reinforced the balance between employee welfare and operational safety standards.