Up Roadways Retired Officials And ... vs State Of U.P

The Supreme Court addressed the eligibility of former employees of Uttar Pradesh Roadways for pension benefits, determining that they did not hold pensionable posts as defined under relevant government orders and regulations. The Court upheld the High Court's dismissal of appeals, affirming that the appellants, being temporary employees, were not entitled to pension under the applicable provisions of the Road Transport Corporation Act, 1950 and U.P. Civil Service Regulations. The decision clarified the interpretation of 'pensionable post' and the implications of various government orders on the employees' service conditions.