K. Rajaiah vs The High Court For The State Of Telangana

The Supreme Court examined the legality of the dismissal of an employee who was absent due to illness without proper leave. The High Court had upheld the dismissal, confirming that unauthorized absence disrupts court functioning and warrants disciplinary action. The Supreme Court focused on procedural fairness and the employee's health circumstances, ultimately affirming the dismissal. The case underscores the importance of following due process in employment disputes involving unauthorized absence.