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of <h1>High Court overturns orders blocking retirement & suspension, stresses timely disciplinary proceedings</h1> <h3>B. Krishnan Versus Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board and Ors.</h3> B. Krishnan Versus Tamil Nadu Water Supply and Drainage Board and Ors. - TMI Issues involved: The case involves issues related to the premature suspension and non-retirement of a Deputy Superintending Engineer, the delay in completing disciplinary proceedings, the failure to pass final orders, and the legality of the impugned orders.Premature Suspension and Non-Retirement: The appellant, a Deputy Superintending Engineer, was suspended and not allowed to retire despite reaching the age of superannuation, based on charges related to irregularities from 1982 to 1985. The suspension and non-retirement were challenged through writ petitions due to delays in completing the disciplinary proceedings.Delay in Disciplinary Proceedings: Disciplinary proceedings were initiated in 1988, but delays occurred in completing the enquiry and passing final orders. Despite court directions to conclude the enquiry within specified time frames, the proceedings were prolonged, leading to further complications.Legality of Impugned Orders: The High Court found that the impugned orders, which prevented the appellant from retiring and continued the suspension, were contrary to government regulations and court directives. The court set aside the impugned orders and allowed the writ appeal, emphasizing the need for timely completion of disciplinary proceedings and adherence to legal guidelines.Conclusion: The High Court ruled in favor of the appellant, setting aside the impugned orders and allowing the writ appeal. The court highlighted the importance of timely completion of disciplinary proceedings and compliance with relevant regulations and court directives.
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