Pension cut without proof of wrongdoing? Patna High Court relief for retired official who flagged ‘fake appointments’
Indian Express·2d ago·Hope
What Happened
Patna High Court set aside a Bihar government order cutting 20 percent pension of former deputy director Sudhanshu Shekhar Tripathi. Justice Ritesh Kumar ruled disciplinary proceedings were procedurally flawed, time-barred, and lacked evidence. Tripathi had reported fake appointments to the principal secretary. The court found no witnesses were examined during inquiry and Tripathi wasn't allowed to present witnesses. The enquiry report lacked factual basis.
Key Entities
Patna High CourtJustice Ritesh KumarSudhanshu Shekhar TripathiBihar governmentdeputy director of employmentfake appointments