#promotion denial

MP High Court rules that denial of promotion based on uncommunicated Annual Confidential Reports (ACRs) violates principles of natural justice. The petitioner is entitled to promotion from the date his junior was promoted, along with consequential benefits, as adverse ACRs must be disclosed before affecting career progression.

Telangana High Court reinforces that unproven criminal allegations cannot disqualify a public servant from promotion, emphasizing merit and seniority over mere pendency of cases. The ruling mandates fair consideration for promotion unless allegations are substantiated, protecting constitutional rights in public employment.

High Court of Meghalaya holds that adverse ACR entries cannot form basis for denial of promotion unless formally communicated to the serviceman, upholding natural justice.