Leave Granting Authority Can Call For Second Medical Opinion Before Deciding On Genuineness Of Employee's Medical Leave: J&K High Court

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court has ruled that a competent authority, when determining the authenticity of medical leave, has the option to seek a second medical opinion. This decision aims to ensure that the evaluation of medical leave is thorough and fair, preventing potential misuse or errors in judgment regarding the legitimacy of an employee's medical condition. The court emphasized that the second opinion is not obligatory but an option to be exercised based on the circumstances of each case.