| Case ID |
086a1b5e-b57d-4e65-b375-2bcdfc8b1bd6 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
529/871 of 1984 |
| Decision Date |
Mar 13, 1985 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Tribunal accepted the appeal of Syed Saadat Ali Shah, Superintendent Jail, setting aside the penalties imposed upon him. The Tribunal found that the appellant had been wrongfully penalized for the escape of prisoners, as he had already handed over his charge prior to the incident. The decision emphasized the need for impartiality in disciplinary actions and highlighted the negligence of the staff on duty during the escape, which was beyond the appellant's control. |
| Summary |
In the case of Syed Saadat Ali Shah vs. Inspector-General of Prisons, Punjab, the Service Tribunal, Punjab, addressed serious concerns related to disciplinary actions taken against civil servants. The case revolved around the appellant being penalized for an escape incident that occurred after he had transferred his responsibilities. The Tribunal scrutinized the actions of the inquiry officer, who had previously conducted a preliminary investigation, raising questions about bias and impartiality. The ruling emphasized the importance of fair hearings and just treatment under the Service Tribunals Act, ultimately restoring the appellant's increments and highlighting systemic issues in prison management. This case serves as a critical reminder of the standards expected in disciplinary proceedings, particularly in public service roles. It underscores the necessity for due process and the avoidance of conflicts of interest in administrative actions, making it a significant reference point for future cases involving similar circumstances. |
| Court |
Service Tribunal, Punjab
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
S. ABDUL JABBAR KHAN,
ABDUL HAMID CHAUDHRY,
WAN FAIZ KARIM
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| Lawyers |
Masud Ahmad Riaz,
A.G. Humayun
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| Petitioners |
Syed Saadat Ali Shah
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| Respondents |
INSPECTOR-GENERAL OF PRISONS, PUNJAB,
Secretary to Government of the Punjab, Home Department, Lahore
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| Citations |
1986 SLD 1943 = 1986 PLC 176
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Service Tribunals Act (IX of 1974)
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| Sections |
4
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