| Case ID |
1e454b0c-416d-4d14-b874-24637d66ccd2 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Appeal No. 479(R) of 1994 |
| Decision Date |
Jan 25, 1995 |
| Hearing Date |
Jan 15, 1995 |
| Decision |
The appeal filed by Major (Retd.) Muhammad Ramzan was dismissed as it was found to be time-barred. The appellant did not file the appeal within the prescribed period of 30 days following the rejection of his claim for advance increments by the competent authority. Although the Departmental Selection Board had recommended the increments based on the appellant's qualifications and experience, the Establishment Division declined the request, stating that the necessary conditions for granting advance increments were not fulfilled. The tribunal upheld the decision of the Establishment Division, affirming that the appellant's delay in filing the appeal and the subsequent representations did not justify extending the limitation period. The decision emphasized that the claims were rejected on merit and that there was no evidence of bias or mala fide intent on the part of the Establishment Division. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the appeal filed by Major (Retd.) Muhammad Ramzan regarding his entitlement to five advance increments after being selected for the position of Assistant Administrative Officer (B-17). The case highlights the procedural requirements for filing appeals under the Service Tribunals Act and the criteria for granting advance increments based on qualifications and the availability of suitable candidates. The tribunal's decision emphasizes the importance of adhering to the stipulated timeframes for appeals and the authority of the appointing body to make determinations regarding salary increments. The legal principles established in this case are significant for civil servants seeking redress under similar circumstances, particularly concerning the issues of procedural fairness and the application of administrative rules. Keywords relevant to this case include 'Service Tribunals Act', 'advance increments', 'civil service appeals', and 'administrative justice'. |
| Court |
Federal Service Tribunal
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ABDUL RAZZAQ A. THAHIM (CHAIRMAN),
NOOR MUHAMMAD MAGSI,
AFTAB AHMED
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| Lawyers |
Saeed Akhtar
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| Petitioners |
Major (Retd.) MUHAMMAD RAMZAN
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| Respondents |
SECRETARY, ESTABLISHMENT DIVISION, ISLAMABAD,
Zakaullah Jan,
Masood Iqbal,
Ramzan Hussain
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| Citations |
1995 SLD 1458 = 1995 PLC 745
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Service Tribunals Act (LXX of 1973)
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| Sections |
4(1)
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