(1.) Heard Ms. D. Borgohain, learned counsel for the petitioner. Also heard Mr. K. Konwar, learned Additional Advocate General, Government of Assam assisted by Mr. P. Handique, learned counsel representing the P&RD Department, Assam, Mr. S. K. Medhi, learned Standing Counsel for the Accountant General (A&E), Assam and Mr. A. Chaliha, learned Standing Counsel for the Finance Department, Assam.
(2.) The issues:-
(3.) The facts: