The Supreme Court directed payment of Rs 15 lakh to an “outstanding” officer who was shunted out and described as “deadwood.” The ruling came in a case challenging the officer’s removal and treatment by the authorities.
WHO:Supreme Court
WHAT:Directed payment of Rs 15 lakh to an officer described as “deadwood” after being shunted out despite being called “outstanding.”
WHEN:Reported Sep 9, 2026 at 5:57 PM ET
WHERE:India
WHY:The direction followed a challenge to the officer’s shunting out and labeling as “deadwood.”
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