MANAGEMENT OF NATIONAL PROJECTS CONSTRUCTION CORPORATIONLTD vs THEIR WORKMEN & ORS.

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Patna High Court regarding the arbitration award related to wage disputes of muster-roll workmen under the National Projects Construction Corporation Ltd. The Court emphasized that the settlements made on 11-4-1967, which established minimum wage rates and project allowances, were binding and valid under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's ruling that the arbitration process was properly conducted and the wage increases were justified under the agreed terms.