Food Corporation Of India & Anr vs Pala Ram & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of 'appropriate Government' under the Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970, specifically in relation to the Food Corporation of India (FCI). Following the amendment by Act 14 of 1986, the Court held that the Central Government is the appropriate authority for FCI establishments, thereby overruling the previous decision in 'Food Corporation of India Workers' Union v. Food Corporation of India & ors.' (1985) 2 S.C.C. 294. The Court upheld the Central Government's notification allowing the employment of contract labour for certain jobs in FCI, affirming the legality of the government's decision.