UNION OF INDIA vs K KIRAN BABU on 28 October 2026

CENTRAL ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNAL PRINCIPAL BENCH 61/35, COPERNICUS MARG,NEW DELHI-110001 Order Sheet Item no.: 44 M.A./3982/2026 (DELHI) [ WAIVER OF COST ] In O.A./3572/2024 SUSPENSION Court No.: 2 No of Adjournment: 2 Order Dated: 28/10/2026 UNION OF INDIA Vs K KIRAN BABU

For Applicant(s) Advocate : Mr. Rajeev Kumar For Respondent(s) Advocate : Ms. Meenu for Mr. Ajesh Luthra, Mr. Rudra Pratap Singh for Mr. Hanu Bhaskar Order of The Tribunal M.A./3982/2026 in O.A./3572/2024 By way of the present M.A., the respondents have prayed for waiver of cost.

2. In the present case, the respondents have, of course, filed the counter reply beyond the time given by the Tribunal, however, the fact remains that the suspension of the applicant has also been revoked. He submits that vide various orders, cost has been imposed and the cost so imposed is of Rs.13,000/-.

3. Learned counsel for the applicant is having no objection if the cost is waived and/or reduced.

4. In the facts and circumstances, M.A. is allowed to the extent that the cost is reduced to Rs.5,000/- payable to the CAT Bar Association (Library Fund).

5. Accordingly, M.A./3982/2026 stands disposed of.

6. Learned counsel for the respondents submits that he will place on record proof of payment of the revised cost positively within 10 days.

7. Learned counsel for the applicant seeks and is allowed two weeks' time as last opportunity to file the rejoinder.

8. List the O.A./3572/2024 for consideration and disposal on 17.12.2026.

Sanjeeva Kumar Member (A) R. N. Singh Member (J) Dhruv Mehra ( steno 'd' )