DIVISIONAL CONTROLLER,KSRTC vs M.G.VITTAL RAO

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision modifying the dismissal of the respondent employee to termination, emphasizing that the disciplinary proceedings were fair and proper under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The Court noted that the Labour Court had sufficient evidence to support the findings against the respondent, who was involved in theft, and thus the punishment was justified. The Court affirmed that the respondent was not entitled to wages or monetary benefits until the date of termination, aligning with the principles of natural justice and fair play in employment matters.