Sterlite Industries (I) Ltd. Etc. Etc vs Union Of India And Ors. Etc. Etc

The Supreme Court upheld the Madras High Court's decision to close the appellant's copper smelter plant, citing violations of the conditions set forth in the consent order under Section 21 of the Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1981 and Section 25 of the Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974. The Court emphasized the importance of adhering to environmental regulations and the need for the TNPCB's stipulations regarding the plant's location relative to ecologically sensitive areas. The Court also affirmed the entitlement of the employees to compensation under Section 25FFF of the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947, ensuring their re-employment in other organizations.