R.M. Yellatti vs The Asst. Executive Engineer

The Supreme Court held that the termination of the appellant's services was illegal as it violated Section 25-F of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, which mandates compliance for retrenchment. The Court affirmed the Labour Court's finding that the appellant was a 'workman' under Section 2(s) of the Act and had worked for more than 240 days prior to termination. The High Court's order setting aside the Labour Court's reinstatement directive was overturned, and the appellant was entitled to reinstatement with back wages.