Disciplinary case delayed; how to speed up decision legally?
Our company (a public sector unit) issued a memorandum of chargesheet to three individuals, including myself, in June 2022. The investigation began in October 2022 and was completed in December 2022, with the inquiry officer submitting the final report to the disciplinary authority. However, to date, the disciplinary authority has not given any final decision on the matter. As per verbal information received, the inquiry officer observed that I have a clean record, while charges were sustained against the other two individuals. Due to the delay in clearance, a vigilance case is also pending, and I am being denied both a promotion and the acceptance of my resignation. What legal steps can I take?
If your public sector employer has not concluded disciplinary proceedings within a reasonable time, you can file a writ petition in the High Court under Article 226 of the Constitution, seeking a direction for a timely decision. This has been upheld in cases where delays affect employees' rights. For further legal assistance contact us on our helpline number.
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