| Case ID |
2d0bf001-ffa3-4792-9f5a-21e9d368e791 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
78/596 of 1984 |
| Decision Date |
Sep 17, 1984 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The tribunal found that the punishment imposed on Muhammad Amin Riaz was arbitrary and without a factual basis, as the authority failed to adequately consider the findings of the enquiry officer. The tribunal concluded that the appellant was exonerated from two out of three charges by the enquiry officer, and the dismissal from service was based on unproven allegations and extraneous charges. Consequently, the tribunal accepted the appeal, set aside the penalty order, and directed the reinstatement of the appellant with back benefits. |
| Summary |
The case revolves around the appeal of Muhammad Amin Riaz, who was dismissed from his position as an ex-Accountant at the Municipal Committee, Chishtian. The dismissal was based on charges that were not substantiated by the enquiry officer's report. The tribunal highlighted the failure of the authority to apply due diligence in reviewing the case, leading to an unjust penalty. The tribunal emphasized the importance of following proper procedures in disciplinary actions against civil servants. The case underscores the significance of fair treatment and the necessity for authorities to base decisions on substantiated evidence rather than conjecture. The tribunal's decision reinstated Riaz, reflecting the legal principles of due process and fair play in administrative justice. The keywords trending in this context include 'administrative justice', 'disciplinary action', 'civil servant rights', and 'due process'. |
| Court |
Service Tribunal, Punjab
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
ABDUL HAMID CHAUDHRY, MEMBER
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| Lawyers |
A. G. Humayun
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| Petitioners |
MUHAMMAD AMIN RIAZ
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| Respondents |
SECRETARY TO GOVERNMENT OF PUNJAB, LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
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| Citations |
1985 SLD 2259,
1985 PLC 945
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Punjab Civil Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1975,
Punjab Service Tribunals Act (IX of 1974)
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| Sections |
7,
8,
4
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