The appellant had joined the force in 1993 and was diagnosed as HIV-positive in 2008. In 2013, his name was approved for a promotion to the post of Head Constable, while he was HIV-positive.
However, after an annual medical review, his medical categorisation was changed and eventually, the decision to approve his name for promotion was withdrawn in 2021. This decision was challenged before the High Court.
A single-judge had earlier rejected the CRPF officer’s plea. On appeal, the present Division Bench set aside the earlier order.
Source: Barandbench
