Right to Promotion is a Fundamental Right, Rules Punjab & Haryana High Court

The Punjab and Haryana High Court recently held that the right to be considered for promotion is a fundamental right under Articles 14 and 16(1) of the Constitution.

Justice Harpreet Singh Brar observed that delays in convening Departmental Promotion Committee (DPC) meetings not only cause financial loss but also stifle future career advancement.

The Court directed the State to hold DPC meetings quarterly to ensure timely progression for government employees.

In this case, a Junior Engineer was granted notional promotion after the Court rejected the State's technical objections regarding his diploma, noting that rules protected existing employees.

[Kulwant Singh v. State of Punjab]