M/S S.V.TANK & VESSEL PVT. LTD. vs ER. WORKERS ASSOCIATION

The Supreme Court held that the proceedings before the Industrial Court were maintainable under The Maharashtra Recognition of Trade Unions and Prevention of Unfair Labour Practices Act, 1971, and that the Division Bench of the Bombay High Court acted within its jurisdiction in directing the employer to furnish a bank guarantee for 50% of the wages due to the retrenched employees. The Court emphasized the importance of protecting workers' rights and interests, affirming the Industrial Court's authority to adjudicate on such matters. The appeal by the employer was dismissed, upholding the High Court's order.