The court also pointed out that the video footage used as the primary evidence had not undergone formal forensic testing at the time of dismissal.
In October 2024, the Rajasthan High Court ordered Saini's reinstatement. The court noted that he had been dismissed without a proper inquiry or a chance to be heard, rendering the termination order illegal.
While the initial public and administrative reaction was swift, the legal proceedings highlighted issues of procedural fairness.
💡 This case highlights that for public officials, "private" actions recorded digitally can instantly become grounds for dismissal if they violate the moral and legal standards expected of their office. Judicial Reversal and Due Process
Charges were also framed under the Information Technology Act , which prohibits the distribution of obscene material.
The controversy was significantly escalated because the female constable's six-year-old son was present in the swimming pool during the recorded acts.