M.R. PATIL, BOMBAY vs THE MEMBER, INDL. COURT

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Bombay High Court, affirming that the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation's circular issued on June 25, 1993, regarding interim relief payments to workers was valid despite a stay order from the Industrial Court. The Court ruled that the appellants did not willfully disobey the stay order under Section 48(1) of the Maharashtra Recognition of Trade Unions and Prevention of Unfair Labour Practices Act, 1971. The judgment clarified the legal standards for compliance with interim orders in labor disputes, ultimately dismissing the appeal.