Authority: High Court (Justice Reetobroto Kumar Mitra)

Order Date: 10 August 2026

Case Overview

  • Petitioner: Astik Kumar Roy, former employee of The Durgapur Projects Limited, retired on 30 October 2025.
  • Respondents: The Durgapur Projects Limited and associated parties (Nos. 2 and 4).
  • Issue: Petition filed alleging non‑payment of terminal dues (gratuity and leave encashment) that were sanctioned on 16 May 2026.
  • Court considered the affidavit of service, corrected paragraph 6 of the writ petition, and reviewed annexed documents.

Final Outcome

  • Respondents Nos. 2 and 4 directed to disburse the gratuity and leave encashment within eight weeks from the date of this order.
  • Payments to accrue simple interest at 6% per annum from the retirement date (30 Oct 2025) until actual payment.
  • The writ petition is disposed of.
  • Certified copy of the order may be obtained upon compliance with formalities.

Topics: Employee Benefits, Legal Order