Rakesh Routh v. Union of India, through Its Secretary, Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
Case brief
What is this about?
The petitioner sought a writ of mandamus directing the respondents to regularize his services as Multitasking Staff at the Indian Statistical Institute's Giridih Branch. The respondents conceded that no counter affidavit had been filed and suggested the petitioner file a fresh representation. The court disposed of the writ petition by directing Respondent No. 3 to treat the petition as a representation and pass a reasoned, speaking order within six weeks. The court also directed that the petitioner not be disengaged and continue receiving his current salary if still working.
What did the court decide?
Respondent No. 3 directed to treat the writ petition as a representation and pass a reasoned speaking order within six weeks; petitioner not to be disengaged and to continue receiving current salary if still working.