Legal Case Summary

Case Details
Case ID 0ab58570-c947-4b09-8638-392d6039d22c
Body View case body.
Case Number Appeal No. 61(L) of 1990
Decision Date Jun 29, 1992
Hearing Date
Decision The appeal was accepted, and the orders dated 16-5-1989 and 21-5-1989 were set aside. The case was remanded to the respondents for a fresh decision in accordance with the law, allowing the civil servant the opportunity to make a fresh representation to the competent authority for redress of his grievance. The tribunal observed that there was a lack of uniform application of the rules concerning the induction of Army officers into civil service, highlighting the need for clarity and adherence to guidelines by the authorities involved.
Summary This case revolves around the civil service induction of Major (Retd.) Tanvir Ahmad into the Intelligence Bureau of Pakistan. The appellant contested the assignment of seniority and the terms of his absorption compared to his colleagues who were granted retrospective seniority based on their retirement from the Army. The tribunal emphasized the importance of uniform application of rules and the need for the competent authority to clarify the induction process. The decision to remand the case for reconsideration reflects the tribunal's commitment to ensuring justice and proper procedural adherence in civil service matters. This case highlights significant issues regarding civil service appointments, seniority disputes, and the rights of retired military personnel transitioning into civilian roles. Key terms include civil service, seniority, induction, and administrative justice.
Court Federal Service Tribunal
Entities Involved Establishment Division, Intelligence Bureau
Judges CH. HASAN NAWAZ, MUHAMMAD ISMAIL, Major (Retd.) TANVIR AHMAD
Lawyers Ch. Mushtaq Ahmad, Hafiz Tariq Naseem
Petitioners Major (Retd.) Tanvir Ahmad
Respondents Government of Pakistan through Secretary, Establishment Division
Citations 1993 SLD 1257, 1993 PLC 322
Other Citations Not available
Laws Involved Civil Service Rules
Sections Not available