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Madras High Court Orders Fair Hiring for BT Assistant

10/18/2025

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The Madras High Court ordered the authorities to appoint T. Gangeswari as a BT Assistant after finding the government hiring process lacked transparency and fairness.
Justice Vinod Kumar criticized the alteration of employment exchange records to favor a candidate, undermining the selection process.
Gangeswari claimed she was overlooked for a position despite seniority.
The ruling underscores the importance of equitable public sector recruitment in India.

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The Madras High Court ordered the authorities to appoint T. Gangeswari as a BT Assistant after finding the government hiring process lacked transparency and fairness.
Justice Vinod Kumar criticized the alteration of employment exchange records to favor a candidate, undermining the selection process.
Gangeswari claimed she was overlooked for a position despite seniority.
The ruling underscores the importance of equitable public sector recruitment in India.