KRISHAN KUMAR vs Department of Education (GNCTD) on 2 November 2026

CENTRAL ADMINISTRATIVE TRIBUNAL PRINCIPAL BENCH 61/35, COPERNICUS MARG,NEW DELHI-110001 Order Sheet Item no.: 23 O.A./2967/2026 (DELHI) [ SUSPENSION ] Court No.: 2 No of Adjournment: 2 Order Dated: 02/11/2026 KRISHAN KUMAR Vs DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (GNCTD)

For Applicant(s) Advocate : Mr. Ranjit Sharma For Respondent(s) Advocate : Mr. H A Khan Order of The Tribunal Order dated 02.09.2026 in the matter reads as under: "There is neither any reply nor any representation on behalf of the respondents.

2. However, showing indulgence, respondents are accorded further three weeks' time as a last opportunity to file counter reply. Rejoinder, if any, may be filed within two weeks thereafter.

3. Re-notify on 02.11.2026."

2. Despite the aforesaid, counter reply is still awaited.

3. Learned counsel for the applicant presses for closure of the respondents' right to file reply and hearing and disposal of the OA. He submits that on the face of it, the impugned action of the respondents is illegal.

4. Be that as it may, in the interest of justice, at the request of Mr. Khan, leanred counsel for the respondents, further two weeks' time is accorded to the respondents to file reply, subject to payment of cost of Rs.3,000/- payable to the applicant.

5. Mr. Sharma, learned counsel for the applicant, submits that in the facts and circumstances of the case, no rejoinder is required.

6. List the matter for consideration and disposal under the same category on 02.12.2026. Rajinder Kashyap Member (A) R. N. Singh Member (J) Kshitij Saxena ( court master )