PRAMOD JHA vs STATE OF BIHAR .

The Supreme Court examined the validity of retrenchment of daily wage employees under Section 25F of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, holding that proper procedure must be followed for lawful termination. The Court emphasized that notice and opportunity to show cause are essential prerequisites for retrenchment as mandated by the Act. The Court upheld the termination of the appellants' employment as valid, given the financial constraints and lack of work, thereby affirming the State's decision to discontinue daily wage employment.