State of Uttar Pradesh vs. Rajendra Singh — Deputy Collector Appointment Case

Updates

1. Judgment22 Apr 2026

   Supreme Court dismisses appeal of Rajendra Singh Bora regarding cadre transfer

   The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal filed by Rajendra Singh Bora, who sought a change of cadre from Uttar Pradesh to Uttarakhand, and imposed a cost of 1 lakh rupees on the appellant for persistent litigation.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Supreme Court rejected a request from an official to move his work base to another state.

   Who:

   Rajendra Singh Bora is the person seeking the change. The Supreme Court of India is the judicial body. The State of Uttar Pradesh is the opposing party.

   When:

   Reported on 22 Apr 2026.

   Where:

   The Supreme Court of India and the state of Uttar Pradesh.

   Why:

   The court dismissed the case because of persistent litigation and ordered him to pay one lakh rupees.

   What it means:

   The appeal is closed, and the individual must pay the penalty fine.

   Verdictum
2. News23 Nov 2021

   SC closes case related to appointment of Dy Collector in UP after 37 years

   The top court allowed the appeal of the Uttar Pradesh government against the 2014 verdict of the Allahabad High Court.

   Explanation in simple terms

   What:

   The Supreme Court ended a legal battle about selecting a Deputy Collector.

   Who:

   The Supreme Court of India is the top court, the Uttar Pradesh government is the employer, Rajendra Singh is the person involved, and the Allahabad High Court is the lower court.

   When:

   Reported on 23 Nov 2021.

   Where:

   Uttar Pradesh, Allahabad High Court, and Supreme Court of India.

   Why:

   The Supreme Court agreed with the government and overturned a past decision from the Allahabad High Court.

   What it means:

   The Supreme Court decision settles the case.

   The New Indian Express