30 years of ‘state apathy’: Why Supreme Court just fined UP Rs 1 lakh over a father’s hill cadre battle
Indian Express·2h ago·Anger at state apathy
What Happened
The Supreme Court directed immediate cadre reallocation for a government employee fighting for hill-region posting for nearly three decades. Appointed in 2011 despite 1997 eligibility, the petitioner sought reallocation to support his cognitively disabled son. Justices criticized state apathy, imposing one lakh rupees fine on Uttar Pradesh for systemic delays and family separation.
Key Entities
Supreme Court of IndiaUttar Pradesh GovernmentJustice Sanjay KarolJustice Nongmeikapam Kotiswar SinghGovernment EmployeeCombined Lower Subordinate Service Examinations