AFAQ HUSAIN vs U.P.S.R.T.C.

The Supreme Court held that the termination of the appellant's services as a daily wager conductor was valid as he was appointed on a temporary basis with the understanding that his services could be terminated with one month's notice, as per the terms of his appointment. The Court emphasized that Section 6N of the U.P. Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, regarding retrenchment compensation, was not applicable since the appellant was a temporary employee. The Court upheld the High Court's modification of the Labour Court's award, denying back wages to the appellant.