Authority: Supreme Court of India
Order Date: 07 September 2026
Case Overview
- Petitioners: Arpan Maity & Anr.; Respondent: SH VV Ravi, Assistant Personnel Officer (likely of South Eastern Railway).
- The contempt petition (C) No.681/2024 arose from alleged non‑compliance with an order dated 26 July 1988 issued by this Court while disposing Civil Appeal No.1749/1987.
- The petition sought to enforce that order, alleging contempt by the respondent.
- Counsel for both sides were heard; the Court referenced the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, affirming that the rights of leprosy‑cured patients are already protected under that legislation.
- The Court specifically directed that, in future recruitments, South Eastern Railway should reserve posts in accordance with Section 34 of the 2016 Act, ensuring leprosy‑cured candidates are considered per law.
Final Outcome
- The contempt petition is disposed of pursuant to the signed order.
- Any pending applications, if any, are ordered to stand closed.
- The signed order has been placed on the court file.
Topics: Legal Disposition, Disability Employment Rights