The Maharashtra State Co-Operative ... vs Babulal Lade

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to issue a recovery certificate against Vainganga Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana Ltd. under Section 50 of the Maharashtra Recognition of Trade Unions & Prevention of Unfair Labour Practices Act, 1971, affirming that the financial condition of the employer does not negate the entitlement of employees to unpaid salaries. The Court clarified that the Appellant-Bank, having no employer-employee relationship with the Karkhana's employees, cannot be held liable for the recovery of salaries. The appeal was dismissed, maintaining the High Court's directive for recovery against the Karkhana and its Managing Director only.