HINDALCO INDUSTRIES LTD. vs ASSOCIATION OF ENGG.WORKERS

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Bombay High Court affirming the Industrial Court's ruling that Hindalco Industries Ltd. engaged in unfair labor practices under Item 9 of Schedule IV of the Maharashtra Recognition of Trade Unions and Prevention of Unfair Labour Practices Act, 1971. The Court established that workers in a statutory canteen are deemed employees of the principal employer, thus entitling them to the same benefits as permanent workers. The appeal was dismissed, confirming the workers' status and rights to permanency and benefits.