FOOD CORPN. OF INDIA vs NARENDRA KUMAR

The Supreme Court upheld the Bombay High Court's decision that the Canteen Stores Department (India) is an 'establishment' under Section 32(iv) of the Payment of Bonus Act, 1965, as it is engaged in an industry carried on by or under the authority of a department of the Central Government. The Court emphasized the historical context, organizational structure, and functional control exercised by the Government, affirming the applicability of the Act to the Department's employees. The appeal was dismissed, confirming the High Court's ruling.