Fired for being ‘overqualified’? Madhya Pradesh High Court reinstates disabled woman nearly a decade after termination

Madhya Pradesh High Court news: The Madhya Pradesh High Court recentlyset asidethe termination of adisabledwoman employed as a peon in a district judiciary establishment, observing that the removal order was stigmatic and passed without giving her an opportunity of hearing.

A bench of JusticesVivek RusiaandPradeep Mittalallowed the plea and directed that she be reinstated in service with all consequential benefits, though withoutback wages.

“The impugned order is stigmatic, and no opportunity of hearing was given to her before passing the same,” the order dated March 6 read.

Back wagesare monetary compensation owed to employees for work performed but not properly paid, or for earnings lost due to unlawful actions, like wrongful termination or suspension.

They cover salary, benefits, and bonuses not paid on time.

In cases of illegal dismissal, back wages aim to restore the employee’s financial position.

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