The Supreme Court has directed the Army to grant a permanent commission to a female lieutenant colonel, bringing significant relief to her and others in similar positions. A bench of Justice BR Gavai and Justice KV Vishwanathan issued the order under Article 142, ensuring the officer, Supreeta Chandel, receives the permanent commission.
The court extended the benefit to all candidates holding similar ranks after the 2014 decision. It ruled that denying these officers permanent commissions was unjust and emphasized that judicial relief for one victim applies to others with similar grievances.
Justice Vishwanathan reaffirmed that when one petitioner secures relief from a court against a government order, it must apply to others in the same situation. The court also expressed concern for soldiers posted in harsh terrains like Siachen and urged fair treatment for them.
In November 2021, the court ordered permanent commissions for 11 women officers and warned of contempt action against Army and Defence Ministry officials for non-compliance. The Army eventually agreed to grant commissions, stating it respected the court’s supremacy.
The Supreme Court reiterated that women officers who had not approached the court but fell under the scope of its orders should also be granted permanent commissions. This ruling further strengthens the rights of women officers seeking equality in the armed forces.
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