U.P.S.R.T.C vs Mahendra Nath Tiwari & Anr

The Supreme Court held that the Uttar Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (U.P.S.R.T.C.) had the authority to impose punishment on the respondent conductor for misconduct, including unauthorized driving of the bus and possession of used tickets, as per the established disciplinary procedures. The Court found that the labour court's interference with the punishment was unjustified, as the respondent failed to provide any evidence to explain his actions. The Supreme Court set aside the labour court's order and upheld the removal of the respondent from service, emphasizing the importance of maintaining discipline within public transport services under the relevant service regulations.