Indian Bank Petition Dismissed Over 260‑Day Delay

Supreme Court Leave Petition dismissed Indian Bank's challenge to Madras High Court order voiding employee P. Selladurai's appointment over an invalid ST certificate.
Court highlighted a 260‑day filing delay and noted the employee had retired on 30 Sept 2019, making the relief moot.
High Court cancelled the appointment and ordered repayment of terminal benefits after the Caste Scrutiny Committee found the community certificate incorrect.
Court left open whether termination after adverse caste verification is automatic or requires a separate departmental proceeding.