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G. NARENDAR, KIRANMAYEE MANDAVA
Eastern Power Distribution Co. Ltd. , A. P. – Appellant
Versus
K. Narendra – Respondent
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| 1. whether the violation of natural justice permits quashing of proceedings. (Para 2) |
| 2. respondent's misconduct and procedural violation (Para 3 , 4) |
| 3. principles of natural justice in disciplinary proceedings (Para 5 , 6 , 7) |
| 4. remand for inquiry completion and adherence to procedures (Para 8) |
| 5. court's decision to set aside previous order (Para 9 , 10 , 11) |
JUDGMENT :
G. NARENDAR, J :
Heard the learned Standing Counsel for the appellants and the learned Counsel for the respondent/writ petitioner.
2. The short point that arises for consideration in this appeal is, whether in a case of an enquiry being vitiated by non-observance with the principles of natural justice or denial of opportunity of being heard, the High Court is entitled to absolutely quash the proceedings?
3. The brief facts are that the respondent was visited with a show-cause notice alleging certain misconduct. The merits of which this Court is not delving into in view of the short point on which the appeal is sought to be addressed.
4. The respondent effected his reply to the show-cause notice. The appellants, without directing the conduct of an enquiry, straightaway proceeded to impose the punishment of
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