| Case ID |
eafebb69-9918-4176-a156-c1e8cdb52513 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Appeals Nos. 568/962 and 596/963 of 1986 |
| Decision Date |
Dec 06, 1987 |
| Hearing Date |
Sep 17, 1987 |
| Decision |
The Tribunal found the appellants guilty of serious misconduct and inefficiency, specifically for their involvement in drug trafficking through negligence and improper oversight in their duties as Excise and Taxation Inspectors. The initial penalty of withholding two increments was deemed insufficient in light of the gravity of the offenses. Consequently, the Tribunal enhanced the penalty to dismissal from service, emphasizing the need for strict measures against civil servants involved in illegal activities that harm society. The decision reflects a commitment to uphold the law and maintain integrity within public service, particularly in the context of drug trafficking, which poses a significant threat to public health and safety. |
| Summary |
In this significant case adjudicated by the Service Tribunal of Punjab, two Excise and Taxation Inspectors, Salahuddin Butt and another, faced severe charges of misconduct related to their involvement in drug trafficking. The Tribunal analyzed the evidence which indicated that the inspectors had failed to adhere to established protocols, allowing cheap intoxicants to flow into the underground market. The case underscored the serious implications of negligence in public service roles, particularly regarding drug control. The Tribunal's decision to dismiss the appellants from service highlights the necessity for stringent accountability measures for civil servants, especially those responsible for enforcing laws against drug trafficking. This ruling aligns with broader societal demands for robust actions against drug-related offenses, emphasizing the need for reform in the legal framework governing drug control. The Tribunal also called for legislative amendments to ensure harsher penalties for drug trafficking-related offenses, reflecting a growing recognition of the drug crisis as a critical public health issue. Therefore, the ruling serves as a precedent for future cases, reinforcing the principle that public servants must uphold the law with the utmost integrity and diligence. |
| Court |
Service Tribunal, Punjab
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| Entities Involved |
Excise and Taxation Department,
Chemical Works
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| Judges |
IHSANUL HAQ CHAUDHRY (CHAIRMAN),
KH. MUHAMMAD YOUSAF,
CH. ABDUL RASHID
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| Lawyers |
Muhammad Rashid Malik,
A.G. Humayun
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| Petitioners |
another,
SALAHUDDIN BUTT
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| Respondents |
others,
THE DIRECTOR-GENERAL, EXCISE AND TAXATION, PUNJAB, LAHORE
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| Citations |
1988 SLD 1315 = 1988 PLC 752
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Punjab Service Tribunals Act (IX of 1974),
Punjab Civil Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1975,
Punjab Chemical Works Rules, 1933
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| Sections |
4,
5,
3,
4,
5,
6,
7,
8,
11.50
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