Suspension order issued on holiday.
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​As of now, there is no publicly available report indicating that the Rajasthan High Court has ruled that suspension orders and charge sheets issued on holidays are valid based on the premise that government functions operate 24/7. However, the Court has recently emphasized the necessity for due process and adherence to procedural norms in suspension cases.​
For instance, in the case of Ashok Singh v. State of Rajasthan, the High Court quashed the suspension of a Range Forest Officer, noting that the suspension was ordered by an authority lacking the requisite power and without proper consideration of the circumstances .
Similarly, in Prakash Mali v. State of Rajasthan, the Court quashed a suspension order, observing that the nature of allegations was not grave and the charges were petty in nature .​
Furthermore, in Naresh Singh v. State of Rajasthan, the Court issued guidelines emphasizing that suspension should be a preventive measure, not punitive, and highlighted the importance of initiating disciplinary proceedings promptly after suspension .
These cases underscore the Court’s focus on ensuring that suspensions are carried out with due diligence, proper authority, and adherence to procedural requirements.​
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