Karnataka Power Corporation Ltd ... vs K. Thangappan & Anr

The Supreme Court upheld the Karnataka High Court's decision directing the Karnataka Power Corporation Ltd. to appoint the respondent as a Mason, based on Clause 4 of the Settlement under Section 12(3) of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The Court found that the respondent had made representations for employment despite a significant delay, and the High Court's ruling was justified as it emphasized the importance of the settlement terms regarding appointment upon vacancy. The appeal by the Corporation was dismissed, affirming the lower court's order.