Employees State Insurance Corporation vs M/S. Bhakra Beas Mgmt. Board & Anr

The Supreme Court held that under Section 75 of the Employees State Insurance Act, 1948, it is essential for the concerned employees or their representatives to be made parties in disputes regarding employer contributions to the Employees State Insurance. The Court emphasized that the principles of natural justice require that any party adversely affected by a determination must be heard. The High Court's ruling that the respondent Board is not liable for contributions was overturned, reinforcing the necessity of including affected workers in such proceedings.