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Supreme Court Dismisses Union's Plea on Chhattisgarh IPS Officer's Compulsory Retirement

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In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court dismissed the Union government’s plea challenging the High Court's decision to set aside the compulsory retirement of Chhattisgarh IPS officer Gurjinder Pal Singh. The decision was announced during a hearing in which the apex court upheld the findings of the Chhattisgarh High Court, which had previously ruled in favor of the officer.


Singh, a 1994-batch IPS officer, had been ordered compulsory retirement by the Union government on grounds of alleged inefficiency and conduct unbecoming of an officer. However, the Chhattisgarh High Court overturned the decision, citing insufficient evidence and procedural irregularities in the retirement order.

The Union government subsequently moved the Supreme Court, arguing that the compulsory retirement order was issued in accordance with service rules and in the public interest. However, the apex court found no substantial merit in the appeal and upheld the High Court’s judgment.


The ruling marks the end of a contentious legal battle for Singh, who has faced multiple allegations during his tenure but has consistently denied wrongdoing. Legal experts see this decision as reinforcing the principle that administrative orders, such as compulsory retirements, must be backed by sufficient material evidence and adhere to due process.


The Supreme Court’s decision is expected to have broader implications for similar cases involving premature retirements in public service, emphasizing the necessity of transparency and adherence to procedural norms.






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