NORTH EAST KARNATAKA ROAD TRPT. CORPN. vs M. NAGANGOUDA

The Supreme Court upheld the Labour Court's decision that the domestic enquiry against the respondent-workman was not fair and proper, thereby reinstating him with full back wages. The Court emphasized that under the KSRTC Servants (C & D) Regulations, 1971, the principles of natural justice must be adhered to in disciplinary proceedings. The judgment affirmed the Labour Court's findings and the High Court's refusal to interfere with the award, thus ensuring the respondent's right to fair treatment in employment matters.