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Punjab & Haryana High Court overturns regularisation of PRTC employees
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🗓 18 Sep 2026, 07:16 AM
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The Punjab and Haryana High Court set aside the order that regularised Punjab Road Transport Corporation staff, citing legal concerns raised in petitions.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has rescinded the earlier decision that granted regular status to employees of the Punjab Road Transport Corporation (PRTC). The bench issued its order after hearing petitions that questioned the legality of the regularisation process.
According to the court's ruling, procedural lapses and potential violations of service rules were identified, prompting the bench to reverse the regularisation. The judgment underscores the judiciary's role in ensuring that employment actions adhere to established legal frameworks.
The reversal affects a number of PRTC staff who had been anticipating permanent positions. The corporation is expected to review the court's observations and determine the next steps for the affected workers.
Legal experts note that the decision may set a precedent for similar regularisation schemes across state-run enterprises, emphasizing the need for strict compliance with statutory procedures.
According to the court's ruling, procedural lapses and potential violations of service rules were identified, prompting the bench to reverse the regularisation. The judgment underscores the judiciary's role in ensuring that employment actions adhere to established legal frameworks.
The reversal affects a number of PRTC staff who had been anticipating permanent positions. The corporation is expected to review the court's observations and determine the next steps for the affected workers.
Legal experts note that the decision may set a precedent for similar regularisation schemes across state-run enterprises, emphasizing the need for strict compliance with statutory procedures.