Cannot dismiss blood pressure as a lifestyle disease and deny disability pension to military officer: High court
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The Delhi High Court ruled that blood pressure issues in military officers cannot be dismissed as mere lifestyle disorders to deny disability pensions. The court emphasized that medical boards must thoroughly examine individual cases and provide clear reasoniCannot dismiss blood pressure as a lifestyle disease and deny disability pension to military officer: High court
The Delhi High Court ruled that blood pressure issues in military officers cannot be dismissed as mere lifestyle disorders to deny disability pensions. The court emphasized that medical boards must thoroughly examine individual cases and provide clear reasoning, rejecting the Union government's challenge to an Armed Forces Tribunal order. This decision upholds the entitlement of a retired IAF officer. Read more
