Radhika Kumari v. the State of Jharkhand
Case brief
What is this about?
Writ petition (W.P.(S) No.53 of 2026, High Court of Jharkhand at Ranchi, decided 13.01.2026 by Ananda Sen, J.) by retired ANM Radhika Kumari regarding non-deposit of GPF deductions (Sept 2018 - May 2023) and non-payment of pension, gratuity, leave encashment (300 days) and GPF with 10% interest; also sought furnishing of GPF deduction record 2011-31.05.2023. Petition disposed of via directions for fresh representation to Civil Surgeon-cum-CMO, Chatra and time-bound consideration/grant or reasoned rejection. Keywords: retiral benefits, GPF non-deposit, ANM, Chatra, Hunterganj, representation-based disposal.
What did the court decide?
No monetary relief granted directly; time-bound directions issued - petitioner to file a fresh representation before respondent No.4 within four weeks, claim to be considered within six weeks thereafter (with committee referral if needed), and any entitlement to be granted, or reasons for rejection communicated, within a further four weeks.