Court Criticizes Insensitivity Towards Medallist Employee

The Delhi High Court criticized government authorities for their 'insensitive' treatment of employees, like boxer Ajay Kumar, who bring national prestige through sports. Kumar was initially denied salary increments despite winning international medals, but the court upheld the tribunal's order granting him due rewards.

The Delhi High Court has reprimanded government bodies for their 'insensitive' attitude towards employees who elevate the nation's standing through sports achievements.

This criticism was part of the court's ruling in support of Ajay Kumar, a boxer denied salary increments despite his medal-winning contributions on the national and international stage. Kumar faced a protracted legal battle to reclaim his rights after the Railways rejected his increment request based on a revised policy.

The court upheld a tribunal's decision granting Kumar his due rewards, emphasizing that his achievements should have been acknowledged at the time they were made and condemned the Railways for its arbitrary and unreasonable conduct.

(With inputs from agencies.)