Narendra Kumar vs Regional Manager Punjab National ...

The Supreme Court modified the Labour Court's award by enhancing the compensation for the appellant from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 1,00,000, citing the need for a humane approach considering the rising cost of living and other factors. The Court affirmed the Labour Court's finding that the termination was illegal but did not reinstate the appellant, opting instead for monetary compensation. The decision emphasized the importance of considering the realities of life in such cases, while clarifying that this order should not be treated as a precedent.