High Court of Rajasthan Mandates 6% p.a. Interest and ₹500/Day Costs for Administrative Delay in Leave Encashment
Summary
| Category | Data |
|---|---|
| Case Name | CW/21489/2017 of BHAGWAN SINGH SAINI Vs STATE OF RAJ AND ORS |
| CNR | RJHC020783192017 |
| Date of Registration | 23-11-2017 |
| Decision Date | 18-08-2025 |
| Disposal Nature | DISPOSED OF |
| Judgment Author | MAHENDAR KUMAR GOYAL |
| Court | High Court Of Rajasthan |
| Bench | Jaipur Bench |
| Citations | [2025:RJ-JP:32200] |
What’s New / What Lawyers Should Note
- Confirms that a writ court can award interest at 6% per annum on delayed payment of encashment for unutilized privilege leave.
- Imposes an eight-week timeline from communication of the order for respondents to comply.
- Directs that each day’s non-compliance beyond the deadline attracts a cost of ₹500, payable by the officer(s) responsible for the delay.
Citations
- High Court of Rajasthan: [2025:RJ-JP:32200]