| Case ID |
0b8abcf5-3482-4437-9d0b-e7b079c0a267 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Appeal No. 623/1080 of 1988 |
| Decision Date |
Aug 28, 1990 |
| Hearing Date |
May 23, 1990 |
| Decision |
The appeal of Muhammad Aslam, Deputy Superintendent of Police, was accepted by the Service Tribunal, Punjab, resulting in the annulment of the censure imposed upon him. The Tribunal found that the Enquiry Officer's conclusions were based on insufficient evidence and that the principles of natural justice were violated during the proceedings. The Tribunal highlighted that the testimonies of key witnesses were vague and lacked specific complaints against the appellant's integrity. Furthermore, the Tribunal noted that there was no documented evidence substantiating the allegations of corruption against him, thus ruling in favor of the appellant. |
| Summary |
In the case of Muhammad Aslam vs. Inspector General of Police, Punjab, the Service Tribunal reviewed the disciplinary proceedings against Muhammad Aslam, a Deputy Superintendent of Police, who faced censure under the Punjab Police (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1975. The Tribunal found that the charges were not substantiated by credible evidence, as the key witnesses relied upon failed to provide specific complaints regarding his integrity. The case emphasizes the importance of adhering to procedural fairness and the necessity of credible evidence in disciplinary actions against public servants. The Tribunal's ruling underscores the protection of officers from arbitrary disciplinary measures, ensuring that the principles of natural justice are upheld. This case serves as a precedent for similar matters involving police integrity and disciplinary procedures, highlighting the need for clear and documented evidence in allegations of misconduct. |
| Court |
Service Tribunal, Punjab
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
MUHAMMAD MEHMUD ASLAM PIRZADA,
ABDUL HAMID,
MUHAMMAD ASLAM
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| Lawyers |
M.A. Riaz,
A.G. Humayun
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| Petitioners |
Muhammad Aslam
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| Respondents |
others,
INSPECTOR GENERAL OF POLICE, PUNJAB
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| Citations |
1991 SLD 1597,
1991 PLC 588
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| Other Citations |
2016 PTD 1675,
PLD 1997 SC 32
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| Laws Involved |
Punjab Police (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1975
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| Sections |
R. 4(a)(i)
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