Himachal Pradesh High Court|Friday, 20 February 2026
HP HC Allows Representation Against Transfer Orders in Puran Chand vs State of HP
Bench
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Rajesh Kumar Verma
Romesh Verma
HP HC Allows Representation Against Transfer Orders in Puran Chand vs State of HP (2026) held that The court emphasized the importance of adhering to established transfer policies, especially concerning employees nearing retirement.
Puran Chand filed a writ petition against the State of Himachal Pradesh challenging two transfer orders issued shortly before his superannuation. He argued that the transfers violated the transfer policy and were made with malafide intent in retaliation for a prior complaint he had made. The court allowed him to make a representation regarding his grievances and directed the authorities to decide on it within three weeks while permitting him to continue working at his current posting. The court did not comment on the merits of the case.
The court emphasized the importance of adhering to established transfer policies, especially concerning employees nearing retirement.
It was held that the petitioner should be allowed to make a representation regarding his grievances, ensuring a fair hearing.
The court mandated a time-bound decision by the respondents on the petitioner's representation, reinforcing the principle of prompt administrative action.
Impugned office order issued
Second impugned office order issued
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Petitioner permitted to make representation
