| Case ID |
4652112d-9407-42fe-b55a-9d1a28161683 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Appeal No.967 of 1998 |
| Decision Date |
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| Hearing Date |
Oct 05, 1998 |
| Decision |
The Service Tribunal ruled in favor of the appellant, Zakaullah Bajwa, stating that the suspension order dated 4-6-1998 was unlawful and without authority. The Tribunal found that the Inquiry Officer exonerated the appellant after thoroughly investigating the evidence and concluded that the allegations against him were unfounded. The Tribunal emphasized the importance of fair administration and the need for state institutions to resolve issues equitably without burdening litigants with unnecessary legal battles. The decision highlighted the sacred trust vested in administrative authority and the imperative to exercise such power judiciously, without personal bias or prejudice. |
| Summary |
The case revolves around the suspension of Zakaullah Bajwa, a P.C.S. Officer, following allegations of submitting fake T.A. bills. After undergoing training, Bajwa faced administrative challenges and was denied rightful allowances, leading him to file complaints. In response, the P.C.S. Academy accused him of misconduct. The Service Tribunal found that the inquiry against him was flawed, and the allegations were baseless. The Tribunal's judgment underscored the necessity for state institutions to operate with integrity and fairness, ensuring that civil servants are protected against unwarranted punitive actions. This case highlights the broader implications of administrative justice in Pakistan's public service sector and the need for accountability and transparency in administrative proceedings. |
| Court |
Service Tribunal, Punjab
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| Entities Involved |
Punjab Public Service Commission,
Provincial Ombudsman,
Deputy Commissioner, Sargodha,
P.C.S. Academy
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| Judges |
ABDUL HAFEEZ CHEEMA,
ZAKAULLAH BAJWA
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| Lawyers |
Irfan Masood Sheikh for Appellant,
Ch. Manzoor Hussain, D.A. for Respondents
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| Petitioners |
ZAKAULLAH BAJWA
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| Respondents |
GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB through Chief Secretary Punjab and 2 others
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| Citations |
1999 SLD 1024,
1999 PLC 866
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Punjab Civil Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules 1975
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| Sections |
5,
6
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