Posting Pregnant Nursing Officer 500 Kms Away is Arbitrary & Violates Right to Health : Rajasthan HC

The Rajasthan High Court held that directing a 30-week pregnant nursing officer to join her posting 500 kilometres from her residence, despite numerous vacancies near her home, was arbitrary and violated her rights to health, safe working conditions, and livelihood under Article 21.

The Court criticised the State for its insensitivity and lack of compassion, emphasising its duty as a model employer.

Justice Arun Monga directed the State to provide an alternative posting within Udaipur based on her preferences and extended her joining date.

The Court condemned the imposition of unreasonable conditions threatening her employment as unjust and unconstitutional.