In Brief
The appellant, who had worked intermittently for twenty years, was wrongfully terminated. The Labour Court awarded reinstatement with 20% back-wages, but the High Court substituted this with a lumpsum compensation of Rs.50,000. The Supreme Court found this amount inadequate. The Court enhanced the compensation to Rs.5,00,000, holding that while reinstatement was not appropriate in the circumstances, the High Court's award was too meager given the lengthy period of service. Payment was directed within two months with 12% interest if delayed.
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