Mysore Paper Mills Ltd. vs Workmen Of Mysore Paper Mills Ltd. And ...

The Supreme Court upheld the Industrial Tribunal's decision that the work performed by trainee-operators is distinct from that of Plant Assistants, justifying different pay scales under the Industrial Disputes Act. The Court found that the High Court erred in setting aside the Tribunal's award based on insufficient evidence regarding the nature of work. The Court affirmed the Tribunal's conclusion that the trainee-operators were not entitled to the same benefits as Plant Assistants, thus maintaining the Tribunal's findings and the original pay structure.