Bangalore Turf Club Ltd vs Regional Director, Esi Corporation

The Supreme Court held that the term 'shop' under the Employees' State Insurance Act (ESI Act) is not defined and should be interpreted in common parlance, distinguishing it from a racing club. The Court found that the previous judgment in Employees State Insurance Corpn. Vs. Hyderabad Race Club was erroneous in presuming all establishments are covered by the Act without proper notification under Section 1(5). The Court decided to refer the matter for reconsideration by a larger bench, staying any demands against the appellant-clubs in the interim.