T.Palthurai v. The General Manager
Case brief
What is this about?
In a writ petition filed under Article 226 of the Constitution of India, the petitioner challenged the delay in receiving terminal benefits and sought a directive for interest payment. The court, relying on a precedent, directed the responsible authorities to pay interest at 6% per annum within twelve weeks.
What did the court decide?
Commanded respondent management to pay interest at the rate of 6% per annum for belated settlement of petitioner’s terminal benefits within twelve weeks.