Authority: West Bengal High Court
Order Date: 18 August 2026
Case Overview
- Parties: Smt. Subhra Paul (petitioner) vs. State of West Bengal & Ors.; respondent No. 4 (unnamed department/official).
- Nature of Proceeding: Writ Petition (WPA 20645 of 2026) seeking the service records of the petitioner’s late husband, who served as a Medical Officer (Ophthalmology) under the Department of Health and Family Welfare, Government of West Bengal.
- Background: The petitioner alleged that despite multiple representations, the Department had not furnished the complete service records. The last representation was made on 24 June 2026.
- Court Observations: The Court noted the petitioner’s grievance and the lack of response from the respondent. It directed the respondent to consider the representation and provide the records.
- Directions Issued: Respondent No. 4 must consider the representation by 30 September 2026 and hand over the entire set of service records to the petitioner within that timeline.
- Costs: No order as to costs.
- Certified Copy: An urgent photostat certified copy of the order may be supplied to the parties upon compliance with requisite formalities.
Final Outcome
- The writ petition is disposed of. Respondent No. 4 is mandated to deliver the complete service records of the deceased Medical Officer by 30 September 2026. No costs are awarded.
Topics: Service Records Release, Health Department Compliance, Court Order