### Key Takeaways from Judgments:1. Pending Enquiries/Cases: Promotions can be delayed if the charge

### Key Takeaways from Judgments:1. Pending Enquiries/Cases: Promotions can be delayed if the charges are serious and directly related to the employee's duties or integrity.2. No Automatic Bar: Mere registration of an FIR or initiation of a departmental enquiry does not automatically disqualify an employee from promotion.3. Timely Resolution: Enquiries and criminal cases must be resolved expeditiously to avoid unnecessary delays in promotions.4. Fairness: Employers must act fairly and in accordance with service rules when considering promotions in such cases.---If you are dealing with a specific case, it is advisable to consult a legal expert and refer to the Kerala Service Rules and relevant judgments for precise guidance.