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Clause 6A, 2016 Chhattisgarh Compassionate Appointment Policy | Family Member in Govt Service Bars Eligibility Regardless of Financial Hardship : CGHC
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|Chhattisgarh High Court

Clause 6A, 2016 Chhattisgarh Compassionate Appointment Policy | Family Member in Govt Service Bars Eligibility Regardless of Financial Hardship : CGHC

The Chhattisgarh High Court has ruled that under Clause 6A of the 2016 compassionate appointment policy, the mere existence of any family member employed in government service disqualifies all other dependents - even if they are financially unsupported. This strict interpretation closes judicial discretion and impacts hundreds of families seeking employment relief after the death of a government employee.