The State Of Uttar Pradesh vs Krishna Murari Sharma

The Supreme Court examined the validity of a delay in challenging an order of termination of a workman, which resulted in the Labour Court's award of back wages. The Court considered whether the delay of nearly 15 years disqualified the workman from claiming back wages, and whether the State could instead opt for compensation. The Court acknowledged the delay but permitted a compensation of Rs. 99,000, emphasizing the importance of timely challenge in employment disputes. The judgment highlights the balance between procedural delays and equitable relief in labour law cases.