Ranchi, Sept. 8 -- In a significant ruling delivered on 2nd September 2025, the Jharkhand High Court Bench comprising Justice Ananda Sen, reaffirmed the constitutional principle of equality by directing the State to extend Dynamic Assured Career Progression (DACP) benefits to all eligible medical cadre officers from the same date, regardless of their participation in prior litigation.

The judgment was passed in W.P.S. No. 1125/2025 (Rajesh Kumar & Others vs. State of Jharkhand), where the Petitioners were represented by Debolina Sen Hirani, Advocate, and Kashyapi, Advocate.

Key Highlights of the Judgment

* Uniform Application of DACP Benefits: All medical officers entitled to DACP benefits must receive them from the original cut-off da...