The Supreme Court dismissed an appeal brought forth by the Uttar Pradesh Home Secretary challenging the Allahabad High Court’s contempt petition. The High Court had issued a warning to the Home Secretary regarding contempt proceedings if directives concerning pension benefits were not adhered to. The Supreme Court’s decision underscores the significance of complying with court orders and upholding the integrity of the legal system.
Delhi: The Supreme Court has upheld the Allahabad High Court’s directive on pension benefits. The High Court warned Uttar Pradesh Home Secretary Sanjay Prasad of contempt proceedings if the pensionary benefits order is not followed by February 12.
The Supreme Court, led by CJI D.Y. Chandrachud and Justices Manoj Misra and S.C. Sharma, dismissed the Special Leave Petition under Article 136 of the Constitution.
On January 19, the Allahabad High Court, under Justice Shree Prakash Singh, reiterated its May 24, 2023 order granting annual increments in pension benefits. The court pointed out the failure to comply would require the Principal Secretary, Home, to justify and avoid contempt proceedings.
Despite the State Government’s compliance affidavit, the High Court found it insufficient and possibly contemptuous. However, it extended the deadline until February 12 for compliance.
“We are not inclined to entertain the Special Leave Petition under Article 136 of the Constitution. The Special Leave Petition is accordingly dismissed,” said a bench headed over by CJI D.Y. Chandrachud and comprising Justices Manoj Misra and S.C. Sharma.
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