Orissa High Court Demands Justice and Support for Disabled CRPF Constable

The Orissa High Court has ordered the Union government to provide a compassionate appointment as a head constable to the wife of a CRPF constable disabled in a 2007 terrorist attack. The decision underscores the court's criticism of the government's approach and emphasizes supporting defense personnel and their families.

The Orissa High Court has taken a strong stand, mandating the Union government to grant the wife of a disabled CRPF constable a compassionate appointment as a head constable. This decision comes after the constable was permanently injured in a 2007 terrorist bomb blast in Srinagar and subsequently removed from service.

Highlighting the vital role of defense personnel, the division bench, quoting George Orwell, remarked that society relies on these individuals who face violence to ensure public safety. The court emphasized that the trust soldiers have in state and societal support should remain unbroken, further asserting that national security could be compromised if defense personnel are not respected or adequately supported.

The case has been longstanding, with legal battles fought over several years. The bench criticized the government's handling of the situation, likening it to outdated colonial bureaucracy. It reinforced the need for a respectful and rapid resolution, demanding a compassionate appointment be made promptly, warning of potential penalties for delays.

(With inputs from agencies.)