The State of Odisha filed a writ appeal with a delay of 303 days against an order directing the regularization of the respondent's service and payment of retiral dues. The State sought condonation of the delay, citing the need for detailed examination and vetting of the case. The respondent objected, arguing that the explanation for the delay was vague and did not cover the entire period. The court considered the rival contentions and submissions. The appeal was filed against an order passed in a writ petition invoking provisions of Article 226 of the Constitution of India.