Quick Summary: Vitthal Maruti Pudalakatti wins his case in the Delhi High Court for a disability pension due to Recurring Depressive Psychosis, made worse by his job. The court orders the pension to be paid with interest if delayed.
On December 22, 2025, Vitthal Maruti Pudalakatti was in the Delhi High Court, fighting for his right to a disability pension. His case was against the Union of India and others. The Medical Board had clearly stated that his condition, Recurring Depressive Psychosis, was worsened by his job. They assessed his disability at 73%.
According to Rule 4(2)(b) of the Central Civil Services (Extraordinary Pension) Rules, 2023, if a disability is caused or made worse by work, the person can get a disability pension. This rule was key to Vitthal’s case.
"The right of the petitioner to disability pension comes from Rule 4(2)(b)..." - Justice C. Hari Shankar
The court, with Justices C. Hari Shankar and Om Prakash Shukla in charge, agreed with the Medical Board's findings. They decided that Vitthal should get his disability pension. The pension is to be calculated from the date he stopped working because of his disability.
The court ordered that the pension be paid within 12 weeks from the date of the judgment. If there is any delay, the pension will earn an interest of 12% per year until it is fully paid.
"Delay in payment would result in interest at the rate of 12% per year until the actual payment date." - Justice C. Hari Shankar
This judgment is a significant win for Vitthal Maruti Pudalakatti, ensuring he receives the support he deserves after his service.
