Rishav Dubey v. Union of India & Ors.
Case brief
What is this about?
The petitioner claimed extraordinary/disability pension based on Medical Board proceedings due to the respondent's failure to decide. The High Court directed the respondent to decide the claim within 12 weeks and rule that if entitled, the pension shall carry 6% interest per annum from the due date. The petition was disposed of following the direction made.
What did the court decide?
Directs the respondent to decide the petitioner's pension claim within 12 weeks; directs 6% per annum interest from the due date if entitled; the petition stands disposed of.