M/S Trambak Rubber Industries Ltd vs Nashik Workers Union & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of the High Court's decision to reinstate 72 workers, reversing the Industrial Court's finding that they were merely trainees under the Maharashtra Recognition of Trade Unions and Prevention of Unfair Labour Practices Act. The Court emphasized that the Industrial Court's conclusion was unsustainable as the workers were deemed 'workmen' under Section 3(5) of the Act and Section 2(s) of the Industrial Disputes Act, thus their termination constituted an unfair labour practice. The Court upheld the High Court's order for reinstatement, affirming the need for due process in employment termination.