Supreme Court of India · 2025-03-18
Yogesh Kumar vs The State Of Uttar Pradesh
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Yogesh Kumar
- Respondent
- The State Of Uttar Pradesh
- Author
- B.R. Gavai
- Bench
- B.R. Gavai
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court examined a case involving the appointment of stenographers in the Uttar Pradesh District Court, where excess appointments were made beyond the advertised posts. The High Court had dismissed the appellant's challenge to the order of termination, and the Supreme Court upheld this decision, emphasizing adherence to proper appointment procedures. The court clarified that appointments made in excess of the advertised posts without proper authority are liable to be annulled. The judgment underscores the importance of following due process in public employment appointments.