Brief
Madras High Court orders natural‑justice compliance for TASMAC disciplinary actions
Justice K Surender said the July 24 circular cannot override workers' legal protections.
By Felo News Desk · Published
newindianexpress.com reported that the Madras High Court, in a decision authored by Justice K Surender, mandated that any disciplinary action against employees of Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC) retail outlets must comply with statutory provisions and the principles of natural justice. The order responded to a petition by the Tasmac salesmen union challenging a July 24, 2026 circular that imposed penalties for selling liquor above the maximum retail price and prescribed how penalty amounts would be split between salespeople and supervisors. The judge stressed that punitive measures require a fair domestic inquiry, allowing employees to present a case, examine witnesses, and be heard before any sanction is imposed. He further held that the circular cannot override existing service rules and labour laws.
Key facts
- The Madras High Court issued an order on disciplinary actions against TASMAC staff. (newindianexpress.com)
- Justice K Surender authored the order. (newindianexpress.com)
- The order arose from a petition by the Tasmac salesmen union against a July 24, 2026 circular. (newindianexpress.com)
- The court said any penalty must follow natural‑justice procedures, including a fair domestic inquiry. (newindianexpress.com)
Sources
- [1] newindianexpress.com — originally reported as “Madras HC says disciplinary action against TASMAC staff must follow natural justice”
