RAJU CHAND vs THE ZONAL DIRECTOR NEHRU YUVA KENDRA SANGATHAN, CHANDIGARH .

The Supreme Court held that the appellant, a daily wage driver, was entitled to monetary compensation after the High Court reduced his reinstatement award to Rs. 3.5 Lakhs due to loss of confidence by the management. The Court found the compensation inadequate given the appellant's long service and increased it to Rs. 7.5 Lakhs, emphasizing the need for fair compensation in labor disputes. The appeal was allowed, and the compensation amount was to be released within three months.