MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF DELHI vs FEMALE WORKERS (MUSTER ROLL)

The Supreme Court upheld the Industrial Tribunal's decision to grant maternity benefits to female muster roll workers under the Maternity Benefit Act, 1961, despite the Municipal Corporation of Delhi's argument that these workers were not entitled due to their daily wage status. The Court emphasized that the nature of work performed by muster roll employees is similar to that of regular employees, thus warranting equal treatment under the law. The Court dismissed the Corporation's challenge to the Tribunal's award, reinforcing the principle of equal rights for all workers regardless of employment status.