EXECUTIVE ENGINEER MAHARASHTRA STATE ELECTRICITY BOARD vs SUNIL SHANTRAM SATARKAR

The Supreme Court upheld the Industrial Court's direction for the reinstatement or regularization of daily wage workers, emphasizing that the appellants must consider the cases of the respondents in light of similar treatment granted to other workmen. The Court referenced the precedent set in Secretary, State of Karnataka v. Uma Devi, clarifying that while regularization is not typically permissible, the unique circumstances of long-term daily wagers necessitate a one-time measure. The appeals were disposed of with instructions for the appellants to act within a specified timeframe, ensuring equitable treatment for similarly situated employees.