BIKASH BHUSHAN GHOSH vs M/S NOVARTIS INDIA LIMITED

The Supreme Court held that the termination of the appellants' services was illegal under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, specifically referencing Section 10(1)(c) and Section 2A. The Court found that the State of West Bengal had jurisdiction to refer the dispute to the Industrial Tribunal, and the Tribunal's award for reinstatement with back wages was upheld. The Court reversed the High Court's decision that had set aside the Tribunal's award, thus reinstating the appellants.