U.P. State Bridge Corporation Ltd. & Ors vs U.P. Rajya Setu Nigam S.Karamchari ...

The Supreme Court examined the termination of 168 muster roll employees of a Government company under the U.P. Industrial Employment (Standing Orders) Act, 1946, specifically Clause L-2.12, which allows for termination due to absence without leave. The Court held that the procedure followed by the employer in terminating the services of the employees was not in accordance with the principles of natural justice, as the employees were not given a fair opportunity to explain their absence. Consequently, the Court upheld the High Court's decision to reinstate the employees, emphasizing the need for adherence to due process in employment matters.