Rectification applications dismissed; scope limited to errors on record, not merits review.

The Tribunal dismissed rectification of mistake applications against a common order, emphasizing that such applications are limited to errors apparent on the face of records, not for reviewing orders based on merits. Applicants' contentions of mistakes in evidence assessment were rejected as attempts to challenge the original order's merits. The Tribunal underscored the narrow scope of rectification applications, maintaining that they cannot be used to challenge order merits. Consequently, the rectification applications were dismissed, upholding the original order rejecting the appeals.

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Issues:
Rectification of mistake applications against a Tribunal order.

Analysis:
The judgment pertains to the disposal of rectification of mistake applications arising from a common order of the Tribunal dated 19.1.2018, where the appeals of all the applicants were rejected. The applicants, represented by their respective advocates, contended that there were mistakes in the assessment of evidence, leading to an incorrect decision. However, the Tribunal noted that rectification of mistake applications is limited to errors apparent on the face of the records and not for reviewing the order based on merits. The Tribunal emphasized that applicants cannot seek a review under the guise of rectification of mistake. Since no apparent mistake was identified, except those related to the merits of the case, the applications were rejected. The decision was made after considering arguments from both sides and examining the grounds presented by the applicants. The Tribunal highlighted the importance of adhering to the limited scope of rectification of mistake applications and the established legal principle that such applications cannot be used as a means to challenge the merits of the original order. Therefore, the rectification applications were dismissed, maintaining the original order of rejection of the appeals.

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