ANAKAPALLA CO-OPERATIVE AGRICULTURAL AND INDUSTRIAL SOCIE vs WORKMEN

The Supreme Court held that the cooperative society, which purchased a sugar mill, was the successor-in-interest of the original company under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, specifically referencing Sections 25F, 25FF, and 25H. The Court established that the determination of successor-in-interest depends on various factors, including the continuity of business and the nature of the purchase. However, the claim for re-employment by the employees was not sustainable as they were entitled only to compensation under Section 25FF and could not claim re-employment from the transferee after termination of service.