Satish Kumar Gupta v. Union of India Thru. Secy. Ministry Communication Govt. New Delhi and 2 Others
Case brief
What is this about?
The Single Judge, Allahabad High Court (Lucknow Bench), directed the Union of India to take a final decision on the payment of privilege leave encashment and interest, applying the precedent of Ashok Kumar Shukla. The writ petition allowing the petitioner to claim these benefits was disposed of within six weeks, mandating payment if entitled.
What did the court decide?
Directed respondent to take final decision on privilege leave encashment and interest within six weeks; actual payment to be ensured within six weeks thereafter if applicable.