In Brief
This case concerns a prohibitory notification issued by the government under the Contract Labour Act that affects workers at ONGC. The Supreme Court found that the writ petitions challenging this notification were decided without arraying the recognised labour unions representing the affected workers, thereby denying them the right to be heard. The Court held that such an omission violates natural justice principles. Accordingly, the Court remanded the matter to the High Court for fresh consideration with all affected parties properly represented and given an opportunity to present their case.
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