| Case ID |
ed9da87c-47aa-4efb-b37e-88709df2bef8 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
W.P. No. 10608 of 2013 |
| Decision Date |
Apr 23, 2014 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Lahore High Court allowed the writ petition filed by Muhammad Rafi, declaring the order dated 27.8.2013 passed by the respondents as illegal and unwarranted. The court emphasized the necessity of a speaking order that provides valid, cogent, plausible, and tenable reasons. The respondents had failed to adhere to the court's previous order which required a thorough reappraisal of evidence. The court mandated that the representation made by the petitioner be deemed pending and required the Divisional Head to hear the petitioner again and issue a fresh order supported by proper reasoning within two months. |
| Summary |
In the case W.P. No. 10608 of 2013, the Lahore High Court dealt with a constitutional petition filed by Muhammad Rafi against the National Bank of Pakistan concerning his dismissal from service. The petitioner, a Pension Payment Cashier, was accused of making payments on bogus pension vouchers, resulting in a loss of Rs. 1.921 million. The court found that the dismissal was based on an insufficient inquiry and that the respondents had not complied with the court's earlier orders. The court emphasized the need for a detailed, reasoned decision in administrative matters. This case highlights issues of procedural fairness and the importance of adhering to judicial orders in administrative actions. The ruling underscores the rights of employees against arbitrary dismissals and the requirement for authorities to provide justifications for their decisions, which is crucial for maintaining trust in public institutions. |
| Court |
Lahore High Court
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| Entities Involved |
National Bank of Pakistan
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| Judges |
MAHMOOD AHMAD BHATTI, J.
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| Lawyers |
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| Petitioners |
MUHAMMAD RAFI
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| Respondents |
3 others,
NATIONAL BANK OF PAKISTAN through its President, Karachi
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| Citations |
2015 SLD 2710 = 2015 PLJ 209
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Constitution of Pakistan, 1973,
General Clauses Act, 1897
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| Sections |
Art. 199,
S. 24-A
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