Disciplinary Authority "Coerced" By Chief Vigilance Officer: Rajasthan High Court While Reversing SBI Branch Manager's Removal From Service

The Rajasthan High Court quashed the removal of an SBI branch manager, citing a violation of natural justice principles. The manager had been removed without being given an opportunity to present his case. The court ruled that the bank’s disciplinary committee had acted in haste and did not follow due process. This judgment underscores the importance of fair hearings in employment-related disciplinary actions, particularly in public sector undertakings.