All India Employees Self Contributory ... vs Kuriakose V. Cherian & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of the Air India Employees Self-Contributory Superannuation Pension Scheme, emphasizing that the Scheme's rules dictate that members have no interest in the master policy but are entitled to superannuation benefits as per the Scheme. The Court held that the Scheme's design, which allows retiring employees to receive pensions based on a fixed percentage of their last drawn salary, must be adhered to, ensuring that contributions are proportionate to benefits received. The judgment clarified the obligations of Air India and the trustees under the Scheme, reinforcing the need for equitable treatment of both serving and retired employees.