Saryug Singh (Dead) Thr. Lrs vs National Seeds Corporation And Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision limiting the compensation for the deceased employee to Rs.1,50,000/- total, including an additional Rs.1,00,000/- directed to be paid to the widow, Nirmala Prasad Singh. The Court found that the deceased had voluntarily relinquished his service and was not entitled to back wages for 23 years as claimed. The Court emphasized that if the amount is not paid within six weeks, it will attract interest at 12% per annum, holding the responsible officer personally liable for any delay.