Supreme Court judgment reshapes Tripura Police recruitment process in Partha Das vs State of Tripura (2025).
SUPREME COURT STRIKES DOWN TRIPURA POLICE RECRUITMENT CANCELLATION
CASE SUMMARY – The Supreme Court in Partha Das & Ors. vs State of Tripura & Ors. (2025) dealt with allegations of irregularities in the recruitment of Enrolled Followers in the Tripura Police. Petitioners alleged violations of Articles 14 and 16, claiming arbitrariness and favoritism. The State maintained that due process was followed. The Bench led by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud ruled that the recruitment lacked transparency and fairness, thus violating constitutional principles. The Court directed corrective measures to ensure merit-based selection in the future. This judgment has significantly influenced public recruitment processes in Tripura, mandating greater accountability and fairness.
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| Case Title | Partha Das & Ors. vs State of Tripura & Ors. |
| Introduction | The case concerns the recruitment process of Enrolled Followers in Tripura Police and disputes regarding irregularities in appointments. |
| Factual Background | Petitioners challenged the recruitment procedure alleging arbitrariness, favoritism, and non-compliance with rules. The State defended the process, claiming due procedure was followed. |
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| Analysis | The Court examined the recruitment records, compared with constitutional guarantees, and weighed fairness against administrative discretion. |
| Conclusion | The Court held that the recruitment was irregular and directed corrective steps to ensure fairness in future selections. |
| Current Scenario | The judgment has impacted ongoing recruitment drives, compelling the Tripura Police to adopt stricter compliance with constitutional norms in hiring. |
“Public employment must be governed by fairness, equality, and transparency; arbitrariness cannot be its foundation.”
SOURCE – SUPREME COURT OF INDIA
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