Authority: Court

Order Date: 11-09-2026

Case Overview

  • Parties: Appellant Abhishek Datta vs Merck Specialities Private Limited & Ors., with the State represented.
  • Vacancy: Position at Malda identified for the appellant.
  • Employer conditions: (i) appellant must have sound medical condition; (ii) employer must be satisfied with appellant’s ability due to approximately six‑year gap in employment.
  • Court’s observation: Both conditions are necessary to ascertain fitness before engagement.

Court Directions

  • The two assessments (medical fitness and ability) shall be completed as expeditiously as possible, preferably within 7 days from the date of the order.
  • If the appellant is found wanting, the competence assessment must be communicated in writing with appropriate reasons recorded by the company.
  • The matter is disposed of; no order as to costs.
  • Urgent certified copies of the order may be supplied to parties upon compliance with requisite formalities.

Final Outcome

  • Merck Specialities Private Limited is directed to conduct the required assessments within the stipulated timeframe and to provide written reasons if the appellant is deemed unsuitable; the case stands disposed without costs.

Topics: Employment Assessment, Court Order