CHIEF ENGINEER vs PUTTARAJU

The Supreme Court addressed the case of a workman who claimed reinstatement under Section 25B of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, after working for more than 240 days. The Labour Court initially rejected his claim due to an 11-year delay, but the High Court ordered reinstatement without back wages. The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's finding regarding the workman's entitlement but set aside the reinstatement order due to the significant delay and lack of employment since 1987, awarding him Rs. 50,000 as compensation instead.