STATE OF PUNJAB vs ANIL KUMAR

The Supreme Court upheld the Labour Court's award for reinstatement of the respondent under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, despite the belated nature of the demand notice served after 13 years. The Court noted that the respondent had worked for more than 240 days, thus entitling him to protection under Section 2(oo)(bb) of the Act. The High Court's dismissal of the appellant's writ petition was affirmed, reinforcing the principle that long-term engagement creates a presumption of continuous service.