The Patna High Court quashed the punishment imposed on Dr. Kameshwar Prasad, which included the stoppage of increments and censure, due to procedural violations in the departmental proceedings against him. The court found that he was not given proper notice or opportunity to defend himself as required by the Bihar Government Servants (Classification, Control & Appeal) Rules.
High Court of Patna Orders
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Patna HC Dismisses PIL for Opening Level Crossing in Narendra Kumar vs East Central Railway
The Patna High Court dismissed a Public Interest Litigation filed by Narendra Kumar, seeking the opening of level crossing no. 18/C on the Fatuha-Islampur Section of the East Central Railway. The court noted that the construction of a Railway Over Bridge (ROB) is underway, which will resolve the issue permanently within four months.
Patna HC Sets Aside Maintenance Order in Vivek Kumar vs Priti Kumari
The Patna High Court set aside a previous Family Court order that mandated the petitioner, Vivek Kumar, to pay maintenance to Priti Kumari, due to a lack of proper notice and opportunity to be heard. The court directed that the parties appear before the Family Court for a hearing on the matter, emphasizing the importance of natural justice.
Patna HC Dismisses Appeal Against Bail Cancellation in Sharma vs State of Bihar
The Patna High Court dismissed the criminal appeal filed by Krishna Kumar Sharma against the cancellation of bail granted to the accused involved in a fraudulent passport renewal scheme. The court found that the allegations primarily pertained to civil matters and did not merit further consideration under criminal law.
Patna HC Condones Delay in Usha Kumari vs State of Bihar Appeal
The Patna High Court condoned a 36-day delay in filing an appeal by Usha Kumari against the acquittal of the accused in a criminal case. The court allowed the appeal to be heard on its merits, challenging the trial court's judgment that acquitted the accused due to insufficient evidence.
Patna HC Hears Kiran Devi's Challenge Against Termination as Vikash Mitra
The Patna High Court ruled on a writ petition filed by Kiran Devi challenging her termination as Vikash Mitra due to alleged irregularities in the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna. The court's decision addressed the validity of the termination and the procedural fairness of the inquiry conducted against her.
Patna HC Permits Rahul Kumar to Withdraw Quashing Application for Settlement
The Patna High Court granted permission to Rahul Kumar to withdraw his application seeking to quash a cognizance order related to a complaint under the Negotiable Instruments Act. The court allowed him the liberty to approach the trial court for a settlement with the complainant.