A contentious issue of compassionate appointment based on familial lineage, juxtaposed against government regulations and judicial precedents. The petitioner, seeking employment on compassionate grounds following the demise of a grandfather who was a government employee, faces opposition citing current employment status and legal interpretations. The court's decision underscores the strict scrutiny of compassionate appointment criteria, emphasizing economic dependence and constitutional principles. The ruling clarifies the boundaries of such appointments amidst evolving legal frameworks, highlighting the delicate balance between familial claims and broader public policy considerations.
Citation: 2024 Lawtext (BOM) (6) 109
Case Number: WRIT PETITION NO. 5324 OF 2024
Date of Decision: 2024-06-10
Case Title: Shaikh Karim Shaikh Haroon Versus The State of Maharashtra Ors.
Before Judge: RAVINDRA V. GHUGE & Y.G. KHOBRAGADE, JJ.
Advocate(s): Mr. Azizoddin R. Syed, Advocate for the Petitioner Mr. A.B. Girase, GP for the Respondent-State
Appellant: Shaikh Karim Shaikh Haroon
Respondent: The State of Maharashtra Ors.
