SHOBHA vs THE CHAIRMAN, VITTHALRAO SHINDE SAHAKARI SAKHAR KARKHANA LTD.

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Commissioner under the Employee’s Compensation Act, 1923, affirming the liability of the sugar factory and contractor to pay compensation to the heirs of a deceased labourer who died due to a snake bite while working. The court ruled that the heirs were entitled to interest at 12% per annum from the date of the accident, emphasizing the importance of timely compensation for workers' families. The appeal was partly allowed, confirming the compensation amount and interest as directed by the Commissioner.