Karnataka State Rd Trans. Corp.&Ano.; vs S.G.Kotturappa&Anr.;

The Supreme Court upheld the awards of the Labour Court reinstating the Respondents, finding that their termination violated principles of natural justice as outlined in Section 11A of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The Court emphasized that even temporary employees are entitled to fair treatment and due process before termination. The appeal by the Appellant was dismissed, affirming the Labour Court's decision to reinstate the Respondents with full back wages.