The Chief Executive Officer Bhilai ... vs Mahesh Kumar Gonnade

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Central Administrative Tribunal which set aside the termination of Mahesh Kumar Gonnade, affirming his entitlement to benefits including seniority and back wages. The court found that the Division Bench had erred in interfering with the CAT's order, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the principles of natural justice and the validity of the caste certificate presented by the respondent. Consequently, the appeal by the Chief Executive Officer of Bhilai Steel Plant was dismissed.