In Brief
Rima Taipodia, appointed to a Group-B government post based on a 2009 disability certificate, was directed by the High Court to undergo reassessment by the State Medical Board. The Board found his disability to be 33.9%, below the statutory minimum of 40% required for disability category appointments. The Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of his appeal, holding that a Disability Certificate not time-bound indicates permanent disability, and the State Medical Board's assessment determines legal eligibility. The Court directed the State to take appropriate action, including replacement by the next qualified candidate.
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