STATE OF M.P. vs LALIT KUMAR VERMA

The Supreme Court upheld the Labour Court's award granting the respondent classification as a permanent employee under Section 25F of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, despite the respondent's initial appointment being on a daily wage basis without adherence to statutory rules. The Court emphasized that the respondent had worked continuously for over six months, thereby acquiring rights under the applicable provisions. The appeal by the appellants was dismissed, affirming the Labour Court's decision regarding back wages and classification.