As per case facts, applications were filed to revive writ petitions previously dismissed. The applications were allowed, and the petitions restored. The original petitions challenged a Tribunal's order from 28.01.2013, ... which stayed departmental proceedings against employees due to pending criminal cases for the same incident, citing potential prejudice. The petitioners argued that both proceedings can run concurrently as they differ. The question arose whether departmental proceedings should be stayed when criminal proceedings are pending for a similar incident, given the distinct charges and objectives. Finally, the High Court, citing precedents, ruled that criminal and departmental proceedings can proceed simultaneously as they operate in different fields with distinct objectives and standards of proof. The Tribunal's order staying departmental proceedings was set aside, allowing the department to proceed.