Kapra Mazdoor Ekta Union vs Management Of M/S. Birla Cotton ...

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in quashing the Industrial Tribunal's order, which had recalled its Award dated June 12, 1987, under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, specifically citing Section 10(1)(d) and Section 12(5). The Court established that a settlement reached during conciliation proceedings, which was signed by both parties and the Conciliation Officer, is binding and should be recognized by the Tribunal. Consequently, the Court allowed the appeal, reinstating the Tribunal's order and affirming the validity of the settlement.