In Brief
In this Civil Appeal arising from a Special Leave Petition, the Court addressed a dispute over compensation payable to an appellant-workman who had worked for approximately 14 years. Rather than directing reinstatement with back-wages, the Court determined that monetary compensation was more appropriate given the circumstances. The Court directed the respondent to pay Rs. 2.5 lakhs to the appellant in full and final settlement of the dispute, which the appellant accepted. Payment was ordered within three months, with no order as to costs.
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