NARENDRA KUMAR vs REGIONAL MANAGER PUNJAB NATIONAL BK.&ORS

The Supreme Court modified the Labour Court's award in ID No. 52/1996, enhancing the compensation for the appellant from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 due to the meagerness of the original amount in light of rising living costs. The Court emphasized the need for a humane and pragmatic approach in such cases, considering the realities of life. The appeal was allowed in part, affirming the Labour Court's findings while adjusting the compensation amount.