Mahindra And Mahindra Ltd vs N.B. Narawade

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the labour court under Section 11A of the Industrial Disputes Act, which found the respondent-workman guilty of misconduct but deemed the punishment of dismissal as harsh. The court affirmed the labour court's order to reinstate the workman with continuity of service and 2/3rd back wages from 5.3.1993, emphasizing the need for a punishment that is both deterrent and reformative. The appeal by the Management was dismissed, confirming the labour court's findings and modifications to the punishment.