Supreme Court of India · 2023-04-26
State Of Gujarat & Ors. Etc. vs Dr. P A Bhatt & Ors. Etc.
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- State Of Gujarat & Ors. Etc.
- Respondent
- Dr. P A Bhatt & Ors. Etc.
- Author
- V. Ramasubramanian
- Bench
- Pankaj Mithal, V. Ramasubramanian
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Gujarat High Court that BAMS degree holders should be treated equally to MBBS degree holders concerning the benefits of the Tikku Pay Commission recommendations. The court emphasized the importance of equitable treatment in the healthcare sector and the need for recognizing the qualifications of Ayurvedic practitioners. The appeals by the State of Gujarat were dismissed, affirming the rights of the respondents.