(1.) Heard Sri Ashwani Kumar, learned counsel for petitioner and learned Standing Counsel for Respondents- 1 to 3. None has appeared on behalf of other respondents though the case has been called in revise. Since it is an old matter, hence, I am not inclined to defer this petition and proceed to decide the same after hearing aforesaid counsel.
(2.) This writ petition under Article 226 of Constitution of India has been filed seeking a writ of certiorari for quashing order dated 04.06.2002 passed by District Basic Education Officer, Raibareilly (hereinafter referred to as "DBEO"), removing petitioner from service. Petitioner has also sought a writ of mandamus commanding respondents to allow him to work as Coordinator Instructor at Bachhrawan.
(3.) Sri Ashwani Kumar, learned counsel for petitioner urged that punishment of dismissal has been imposed upon petitioner vide impugned order dated 04.06.2002 without holding enquiry in accordance with statutory Rules.