Union Of India & Ors vs S.J.Benedict

The Supreme Court upheld the Central Administrative Tribunal's decision granting temporary status to casual labourers after six months of continuous service, emphasizing that the Senior DSTE is a regular establishment under the relevant service rules. The Court found that the rejection of the respondent's application based on alleged belatedness was unfounded, as the application was timely concerning the retirement benefits. The Court affirmed that the genuineness of the casual labour card was established, thus supporting the Tribunal's ruling and dismissing the Railway Administration's appeal.