BIECCO LAWRIE LTD. vs STATE OF WEST BENGAL

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Vth Industrial Tribunal, which set aside the dismissal of Provash Chandra Mondal under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The Tribunal found that the inquiry conducted by the Inquiry Officer violated the principles of natural justice, as outlined in Section 7A of the Act. The Court affirmed that due process must be followed in disciplinary proceedings, emphasizing the necessity of fair inquiry and opportunity for defense.