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IN THE HIGH COURT OF ANDHRA PRADESH AT AMARAVATI
BATTU DEVANAND, A.HARI HARANADHA SARMA
Ch. Pydi Raju,, S/o. Surya Raju – Appellant
Versus
State Of A. P. – Respondent
| Table of Content |
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| 1. introduction of the case and context (Para 1 , 2 , 3) |
| 2. details of disciplinary proceedings initiated against the appellant (Para 4) |
| 3. court's modifications to the learned single judge's directions (Para 5 , 9) |
| 4. arguments regarding timelines for inquiries and rules (Para 6 , 7 , 8) |
| 5. conclusion and order of the court (Para 10 , 11) |
JUDGMENT :
(Per Hon’ble Sri Justice Battu Devanand)
This Writ Appeal is filed against the order of a learned Single Judge dated 08.10.2025 in W.P.No.27590 of 2025.
2. Heard learned counsel for the appellant and learned Government Pleader for the respondents and perused the material available on record.
3. Both the parties in the appeal will be referred to as they are arrayed in the writ petition for convenience.
4. The facts leading to the filing of present writ appeal are as herein under:-
The writ petitioner who worked as Assistant BC Welfare Officer, retired from service on 31.05.2020 on attaining the age of superannuation. After retirement, the respondent No.1 initiated disciplinary proceedings under Rule 20 of the A.P.Civil Services (CC&A) Rules, 1991 read with Rule 9 of the A.P. Revised Pension Rules, 1980 and issued Article of Charg
The court affirmed that disciplinary inquiries against retired employees must be completed within set timelines to ensure timely settlement of pension benefits.
Prolonged disciplinary proceedings without resolution can lead to quashing of charges and entitlement to retirement benefits.
Disciplinary inquiries must comply with guidelines for timely resolution, upholding principles of natural justice, especially regarding the rights of government employees approaching retirement.
Timely completion of disciplinary inquiries is essential to uphold the rights of retired employees, with strict adherence to administrative guidelines mandated by government orders.
Prolonged disciplinary proceedings against retired employees without justification can lead to quashing of the proceedings, emphasizing the need for timely action.
Inordinate delay in disciplinary proceedings against retired employees can lead to quashing of the charges, emphasizing accountability and adherence to specified timelines in the inquiry process.
Unexplained delays in disciplinary proceedings cause prejudice to the charged officer, warranting termination of such proceedings.
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