PREM NARAIN vs M/S SWADESHI COTTON MILLS, JUHI

The Supreme Court held that the High Court erred in setting aside the Labour Court's award of reinstatement for the appellant, as the management did not challenge the reinstatement but only sought to contest backwages. The Court ruled that the appellant is entitled to 50% backwages from the date of termination until the date of superannuation, and he is deemed to have continued in service until superannuation for all benefits. The Court directed that all eligible benefits be computed and paid within three months, with interest on any default in payment.