M.S. Karnik, J.

The petitioner worked with the respondent bank for a period of 26 years from 1965 to 1991. On 3rd May, 1991, the petitioner resigned from the services of the bank on account of ill-health. It would be material to reproduce the letter dated 25th February, 1991 and the letter dated 15th/23rd April, 1991 in extenso.

EXHIBIT "A"

Bombay

25th February, 1991

The General Manager (Personnel),

Bank of India,

Head Office.

Through : The Zonal Manager,

Bombay South Zone.

Dear Sir,

In view of my weak health I have decided to resign from the services of the bank with effect from 25.5.1991.

2. I thank the Bank for the consideration it has shown me during my continued ill-health and difficult personal circumstances.

3. I have no liability towards the Bank.

Thanking you,

Yours faithfully,

Sd/-

(Sheroo S. Shapurji)

Officer

Custodian Of Securities Department

EXHIBIT "B"

Bombay

15th/23rd April, 1991

The General Manager (Personnel)

Bank of India,

Head Office.

Through : The Zonal Manager,

Bombay South Zone.

Dear Sir,

Please refer to my letter of resignation of February 25th, 1991. Since then, because of ill-health, I have had to avail of five casuals duly supported by Doctor's certificates. My Doctor has ad