Summary: The court has canceled an order that was holding back Rs.2,52,555 from Parameswari P's late husband's pension, asking for a fresh review of the case.
Parameswari P challenged an order from 2013 and a follow-up letter from 2022. These documents were holding back Rs.2,52,555 from the money given after her husband, G. Premkumar, passed away. The reason? They said he was living in staff housing without permission.
"Parameswari P argues that the amount should not be paid by G. Premkumar as claimed by The Executive Engineer."
Justice Abdul Quddhose noticed that Parameswari wasn't given a chance to explain her side. The court found this unfair and decided to cancel the previous orders.
The case is sent back to The Executive Engineer of the Public Works Department. Parameswari now has two weeks to present her explanation.
"Parameswari P shall submit her explanation to The Executive Engineer as to why the sum...cannot be deducted."
The Executive Engineer must review and decide on the case within twelve weeks after receiving Parameswari's explanation. This includes giving her a personal hearing.
The court has decided that Parameswari deserves a fair chance to explain why the money should not be taken from her late husband's pension. The decision ensures that she gets the opportunity to present her case properly.
