MISHRA DHATU NIGAM LTD vs M VENKATAIAH

The Supreme Court addressed the appeals concerning the regularization of workers' services and their entitlement to equal pay and benefits as permanent employees. The Court held that the actions of the employers in not absorbing the workers and providing them with equal pay were arbitrary and violated Articles 14 and 21 of the Constitution of India. The Court affirmed the High Court's decisions, emphasizing the statutory duty of employers under the Andhra Pradesh Factories Rules, 1950, to provide necessary facilities and regularize employment.