DIVISIONAL CONTROLLER,K.S.R.T.C.(NWKRTC) vs A.T. MANE

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Karnataka High Court which confirmed the Labour Court's award for reinstatement of the respondent conductor with full back wages, stating that the disciplinary inquiry was fair but the charge of non-issuance of tickets was not substantiated due to lack of evidence, specifically the failure to examine passengers. The Court emphasized that the punishment of dismissal was disproportionate to the alleged misconduct involving possession of Rs.93/-. The appeal by the corporation was dismissed, affirming the Labour Court's findings and the High Court's judgment.