| Case ID |
143d4aaa-e396-4df2-8cee-04233d46791a |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
138/614 of 1983 |
| Decision Date |
Jun 24, 1984 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The appeal filed by Ch. Muhammad Hussain challenging the adverse remarks recorded against him was dismissed as hopelessly time-barred. The Tribunal found that the reasons provided for the delay in filing the appeal were insufficient, as the appellant had waited almost four years after the rejection of his representation. The Tribunal emphasized that the pendency of a criminal case against the appellant was not relevant to the expunction of the adverse remarks. The decision highlighted the importance of adhering to the timelines established under the Limitation Act, ultimately concluding that the appeal could not be entertained on its merits due to the procedural lapse. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the appeal filed by Ch. Muhammad Hussain against adverse remarks recorded in his service record. The Punjab Service Tribunals Act and the Limitation Act are central to the proceedings, as the appellant sought to challenge the remarks that were deemed unjust. The Tribunal, led by S. Abdul Jabbar Khan, considered the appellant's claims but ultimately found that the delay in filing the appeal was unjustifiable. The case underscores the significance of timely submissions in legal proceedings and the necessity of providing valid reasons for delays. As the appeal was dismissed without delving into the merits, it serves as a reminder of the procedural rigor expected from appellants in service tribunal cases. The decision reflects the legal principle that delays in filing appeals can severely hinder a party's ability to seek redress, emphasizing the need for prompt action in response to adverse administrative decisions. |
| Court |
Service Tribunal, Punjab
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
S. ABDUL JABBAR KHAN,
ABDUL HAMID CHAUDHRY
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| Lawyers |
Masud Ahmad Riaz,
A. G. Humayun
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| Petitioners |
Ch. MUHAMMAD HUSSAIN
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| Respondents |
SUPERINTENDING ENGINEER, SCARP-II CIRCLE, SARGODHA,
Secretary to Government of the Punjab, Irrigation and Power Department, Lahore,
Chief Engineer, Irrigation, Sargodha Region, Sargodha
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| Citations |
1985 SLD 2241,
1985 PLC 915
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Punjab Service Tribunals Act (IX of 1974),
Limitation Act (IX of 1908)
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| Sections |
4,
5
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