Archive · 23 May 2025
HC Slams MoD's Approach to Disabled Soldiers
The Punjab and Haryana High Court is very unhappy with how the Ministry of Defence (MoD) treats disabled soldiers.
The court says the MoD is being insensitive and challenging benefits that soldiers deserve.
This is happening despite clear rulings from the Supreme Court that say disabled veterans should get certain pensions.
The court pointed out the MoD continues to fight these cases, even after losing many times.
The court noted that the MoD's legal actions are unprecedented.
Even when the former Defence Minister told officials to stop, the MoD continues to challenge orders.
The court is ordering the MoD to pay significant fines for these cases.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court criticized the MoD for its treatment of disabled soldiers.
The court noted the MoD's 'insensitivity and non-compliance' in disability benefit cases.
The MoD continues to challenge disability benefits despite Supreme Court rulings.
The court highlighted the unprecedented level of litigation by the MoD in these matters.
The Delhi High Court and Supreme Court have imposed costs on the MoD in similar cases.
- Who
- The Punjab and Haryana High Court is criticizing the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and Indian Army authorities.
- What
- The court is condemning the MoD's approach towards disabled soldiers, particularly its actions to challenge their disability benefits.
- When
- The court made its observations in recent proceedings regarding disability benefits for soldiers.
- Where
- Punjab and Haryana High Court, India.
- Why
- The MoD is challenging disability benefits for soldiers despite Supreme Court rulings, leading to the court's criticism.
- Entities Involved
- Ministry of Defence and Indian Army
- Issue
- Challenging disability benefits of disabled soldiers.
- Court
- Punjab and Haryana High Court
- Year of Directive to Challenge Orders
- 2023
- Delhi High Court Costs
- Rs 15,000 to Rs 50,000
- Supreme Court Costs (HIV Soldier)
- Rs 50 lakhs