BIJLI COTTON MILLS (P) LTD. vs THE PRESIDING OFFICER, INDUSTRIAL TRIBUNAL II & ORS

The Supreme Court held that the U.P. Industrial Establishments (National Holidays) Act, 1961 does not govern festival holidays, and the Industrial Tribunal erred in interpreting the Secretary's statement as an admission of paid festival holidays. The Court found that the Tribunal ignored relevant factors such as custom and practice in the industry, leading to a manifest error of law and a grave failure of justice. The appeal was allowed, reversing the Tribunal's decision and emphasizing the need for proper consideration of evidence.