DA Case Update: Supreme Court’s New Bench Puts West Bengal Government Employees on the Path to a Final Hearing
DA Case Update: This is a crucial update for West Bengal government employees. The Dearness Allowance (DA) case in the Supreme Court has taken another significant turn. After a long wait, a new date for the hearing has been set, and there has also been a change in the bench, sparking fresh hope among the employees. Let’s delve into the details of this update.
New Hearing Date and Time
The DA case, titled “State of West Bengal Versus Confederation of State Government Employees,” has found a new direction. According to the latest update, the next hearing for the case has been scheduled for September 11, 2025. The hearing will commence at 2:00 PM on that day. The justices set this time at the request of the state’s counsel, Kapil Sibal. This specific scheduling indicates that the court is treating the matter with considerable importance and is moving towards a final resolution.
Significant Change in the Judicial Bench
The most noteworthy development in this case is the change in the judicial bench. Previously, the case was being heard by a bench of Justice Sanjiv Khanna and Justice Dipankar Datta. However, Justice Sanjiv Khanna will now be joined by Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra to hear the case. The formation of this new bench is expected to play a major role in determining the future of the DA case. Justice Sanjiv Khanna, who had previously heard this case as an associate judge on Justice Hrishikesh Roy’s bench, will now take the lead. The inclusion of Justice Mishra suggests a move towards a strong and impartial judgment.
The “Part-Heard” Status and Its Significance
Another important point is that the case has now been listed as “Part-Heard.” This means the case is now assigned to a specific bench that will conduct its final hearing. Typically, when a case reaches the “Part-Heard” stage, that specific bench hears it until a final decision is reached. This speeds up the resolution process and pushes the case rapidly towards a final verdict. Additionally, three contempt of court cases are linked to this main petition, adding another layer of complexity to the matter.
Overall, this new step by the Supreme Court brings a positive message for the state government employees of West Bengal. The new bench and the prospect of a final hearing are raising hopes for a successful conclusion to their long-standing struggle. All eyes will now be on September 11, when the next chapter of this historic case will unfold.
