Lt. Col Nk Ghai (Retd) vs Union Of India

The Supreme Court examined the validity of the Armed Forces Tribunal's judgment concerning the promotion and service grievances of Lt. Col Ghai. The Court analyzed the procedural and substantive aspects of the appellant's complaints regarding non-empanelment for promotion and the handling of his ACRs. It upheld the Tribunal's decision, emphasizing the importance of merit-based promotion procedures and the non-interference in military administrative decisions unless procedural irregularities are evident. The Court ultimately dismissed the appeal, affirming the Tribunal's order.