Case Note & Summary
The case involved a writ petition filed by a society challenging a resolution passed by the Management Council of Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University regarding the termination of an Assistant Professor's services. The petitioner, Jagadambha Bahu Uddeshiya Gramin Vikas Sanstha, represented by its Vice-President, contested the resolution dated 27.03.2024, which rejected the termination of respondent No.3, an Assistant Professor in Chemistry. The respondent was appointed on 21st June 2016 at a private unaided college affiliated with the university. On 25th December 2020, the respondent left the college without permission during an exam period, prompting a notice from the Principal. The following day, the respondent attempted suicide in the college laboratory, recording a video statement blaming the Secretary and Principal for his actions. The court analyzed the university's resolution in light of statutory compliance and the circumstances surrounding the respondent's conduct. The court ultimately upheld the university's decision, affirming that the rejection of the termination was in accordance with the relevant statutes. The judgment was pronounced on 29th September 2026, following a hearing on 4th September 2026.
Headnote
A) Employment Law - Termination of Services - Justification for Termination - Statute No.53 of Sant Gadge Baba Amravati University - The petition challenged the rejection of termination of an Assistant Professor's services, citing procedural compliance with university statutes. The court upheld the resolution, emphasizing adherence to statutory requirements for termination. Held that the university's decision was valid and justified (Paras 2-3).
Issue of Consideration
Whether the termination of services of the respondent was justified under the applicable statutes.
Final Decision
The court dismissed the writ petition, upholding the university's resolution rejecting the termination of the respondent's services as valid under the applicable statutes.
Law Points
- Termination of services
- University regulations
- Statutory compliance
