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Supreme Court of India · 2025-02-11

Canara Bank vs Ajithkumar G.K

Court
Supreme Court of India
Petitioner
Canara Bank
Respondent
Ajithkumar G.K
Author
Dipankar Datta
Bench
Prashant Kumar Mishra, Dipankar Datta

Judgment text excerpt

The Supreme Court examined the validity of the denial of compassionate appointment to the respondent by Canara Bank, which was based on a circular policy. The High Court had initially allowed the writ petition, but the appellate court dismissed it, leading to this appeal. The Court analyzed whether the bank's circular and the subsequent denial adhered to principles of fairness and legal validity. Ultimately, the Court upheld the bank's decision, emphasizing the importance of consistent policy application and statutory compliance.

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