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Case Details
Case ID 4217309a-1183-46e0-b0cb-74131fab273d
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Case Number Appeal No. 689 of 1987
Decision Date Apr 13, 1991
Hearing Date Feb 09, 1991
Decision The case revolves around the promotion of civil servants where the petitioner, Muhammad Mushtaq, was superseded despite being senior to his colleagues. The decision was influenced by a recent minor penalty imposed on him, which involved the stoppage of one annual increment. The tribunal rejected the petitioner's representation against his supersession, citing that the departmental appeal regarding the penalty was pending adjudication. The tribunal referenced several prior cases to substantiate their decision, emphasizing the importance of departmental protocols and the implications of penalties on promotions within the civil service framework.
Summary This case addresses the complexities of civil service promotions, particularly focusing on the implications of disciplinary actions on an individual's career progression. The petitioner, Muhammad Mushtaq, argued against being superseded for promotion due to recent punitive measures taken against him. The tribunal's ruling underscores the legal precedents set in similar cases, highlighting the balance between departmental authority and employee rights. The decision draws attention to the critical issues of fairness and transparency in civil service promotions, making it a significant case for public administration and labor law. Legal professionals should note the ramifications of this case for future civil service disputes, especially regarding the interpretation of minor penalties and their impact on career advancement.
Court Service Tribunal, Punjab
Entities Involved Not available
Judges ABDUL HAMID KHAN, MEMBER, MUHAMMAD MUSHTAQ
Lawyers MA. Riaz for Appellant, Ch. Manzoor Hussain; DA. for Respondents Nos. 1 and 2
Petitioners MUHAMMAD MUSHTAQ
Respondents SECRETARY (SERVICES), GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB, SGA&I DEPARTMENT, 80 others
Citations 1992 SLD 941, 1992 PLC 738
Other Citations Lutfi Siddiqui v. The Secretary, Establishment Division, Rawalpindi and 2 others 1991 SCMR 125, Federation of Pakistan v. Rao Muhammad Hussain Khan and another 1990 SCMR 1692, Mrs. Abida Arshad Butt v. Secretary Education 1988 PLC (C.S.) 695
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