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Case ID 0be97521-4eeb-49b5-8fbd-28ea1554d6cc
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Case Number 306/1962 of 1982
Decision Date Apr 07, 1984
Hearing Date
Decision The appeal filed by Jamshaid Ahmad Kamtar against the dismissal order by the Secretary of the Local Government and Rural Development Department was dismissed. The tribunal found that the appellant had admitted to the charges of misconduct, including making false entries in a measurement book and neglecting his duties. The inquiry conducted by the Director of Local Government confirmed the findings against the appellant. The tribunal concluded that the dismissal was justified based on the evidence presented and the appellant's admissions regarding the charges. Therefore, the appeal lacked merit and was dismissed without any order as to costs.
Summary This case revolves around the dismissal of Jamshaid Ahmad Kamtar, who was charged with misconduct while serving as a Sub-Engineer in the Local Government and Rural Development Department. The tribunal assessed the charges, which included falsifying measurement records and failing to perform duties satisfactorily. Despite the appellant's arguments that he was not solely responsible for the discrepancies, the tribunal upheld the dismissal, citing the results of the inquiry and the appellant's own admissions. The decision emphasizes the importance of accountability in government service and the adherence to efficiency and discipline protocols as outlined in the Punjab Civil Servants Rules. This case highlights the legal framework surrounding civil servant conduct and the processes involved in disciplinary actions, making it relevant for discussions on public service ethics and legal compliance.
Court Service Tribunal, Punjab
Entities Involved Not available
Judges S. ABDUL, JABBAR KHAN, MIAN FAIZ KARIM
Lawyers Nur Muhammad Chandia, A. G. Humayun
Petitioners JAMSHAID AHMAD KAMTAR
Respondents SECRETARY TO GOVERNMENT OF PUNJAB, LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, LAHORE
Citations 1984 SLD 1700, 1984 PLC 1128
Other Citations Not available
Laws Involved Punjab Civil Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1975
Sections R. 6 (3)