Authority: Supreme Court of India

Order Date: 19-08-2026

Case Overview

  • Appellants: Kolkata Municipal Corporation & Ors.
  • Respondents: Pabitra Kumar Mandal and another.
  • Civil Appeal No. 9225/2018 filed before the Supreme Court.
  • The appellants contend that the record of proceedings in the High Court distorted facts by stating that the first respondent was an unsuccessful candidate for the position of Hearing Officer, whereas his application had never been considered.
  • Respondent’s counsel, Mr. Surajit Samanta, highlighted this ground and indicated that the appellants might seek to compensate the respondent.
  • Counsel for the appellants, Mr. Kunal Chatterji, requested time to obtain further instructions regarding the submission.

Final Outcome

  • The Court adjourned the hearing for a period of three weeks.

Topics: Court Proceedings, Municipal Appointment Dispute