CRPF removed driver after he developed disability during service; Supreme Court awards Rs 1.25 crore

The Supreme Court directed the CRPF and government to pay Rs 1.25 crore. This compensation is for a former constable who lost his vision while serving. The court found the force violated disability protection laws for government employees. It criticized the CRPF for medically invalidating him instead of reassigning him. The payment covers back wages, interest, and costs for the ex-constable.

CRPF removed driver after he developed disability during service; Supreme Court awards Rs 1.25 crore
The Supreme Court directed the CRPF and government to pay Rs 1.25 crore. This compensation is for a former constable who lost his vision while serving. The court found the force violated disability protection laws for government employees. It criticized the CRPF for medically invalidating him instead of reassigning him. The payment covers back wages, interest, and costs for the ex-constable.