Ignatia Bara And Anr. v. Human Resources Department
Case brief
What is this about?
Petitioners taught in minority aided schools sought leave encashment. Relying on precedent, counsel argued entitlement exists unless appointment exceeded sanctioned strength. Court directed the District Education Officer to process payment within six weeks subject to absence of legal disabilities.
What did the court decide?
District Education Officer directed to take steps within six weeks to pay leave encashment to petitioners if no legal disabilities exist.