ORDER

The petitioners were appointed as Teachers at M. Krishna School for the Blind on 03.11.1997. The petitioners assert that they faithfully discharged their duties in this capacity until their termination from the school, as initiated by an order dated 24.07.2018. The petitioners contend that a show cause notice was issued against them on 03.12.2017, followed by a subsequent show cause notice on 06.12.2017, resulting in an order by respondent No.7 on 13.01.2018, which deducted two yearly increments and two days' pay from the petitioners. Additionally, the petitioners alleged harassment by respondent No.8, coupled with the use of unpleasant language. Furthermore, the petitioners contend that their participation in jatha program was impeded solely due to conflicts with the treasurer, and they have participated in the program on world disability day. It is asserted by the petitioners that proper inquiry was not conducted, and they were not afforded the opportunity to be heard, thus rendering the termination order and subsequent deductions unjustifiable and warranting their quashing.

2. Heard learned counsel appearing for the petitioners and learned AGA for respondent Nos.1 to 5 and