J.H. JADHAV vs GOKAK TEXTILES LTD.

The Supreme Court held that the appellant's claim for promotion constituted an industrial dispute under Section 2(k) of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, as it was espoused by the Gokak Mills Staff Union. The Court found that the Tribunal's conclusion of unfair labor practice was justified, as the respondent failed to provide evidence for denying promotion based on merit. The Court upheld the Tribunal's award, directing the respondent to promote the appellant retroactively to the date of promotion of his juniors and grant all consequential benefits.