My father, a Group C employee with the Border Roads Organisation, fell ill during an official trip in 1990 and was left paralyzed. Despite his condition, he never resigned. Tragically, my mother took her own life after seeing his suffering. I was only in the 5th grade at the time. In 2006, I applied for his job on compassionate grounds, but my application was rejected due to the delay. Is there any way I can appeal this decision?

While your situation is tragic, the delay in your application for compassionate appointment is likely a significant obstacle under Indian laws. The rules usually have strict timelines, and courts may find it difficult to overturn the rejection based solely on your father’s illness and your mother’s suicide, especially if there were specific reasons for the delay. You should seek legal advice to understand all options and assess the potential for a successful appeal.