MGMT.OF THE TATA IRON AND STEEL CO. LTD. vs CHIEF INSPECTING OFFICER

The Supreme Court upheld the Patna High Court's decision that Tata Main Hospital qualifies as an 'establishment' under Section 2(6) of the Bihar Shops and Establishments Act, 1953. The Court rejected the appellant's argument that the Hospital, primarily serving employees and their families, is exempt as a charitable institution under Section 4(2). The ruling affirmed that the Hospital's operations, including treating non-employees, fall within the Act's purview, thus confirming the High Court's order.