| Case ID |
1ab9e4be-cc80-4154-a528-e05f4c92f8cf |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
4(193) of 1975-NIRC |
| Decision Date |
May 21, 1976 |
| Hearing Date |
Feb 26, 1976 |
| Decision |
The National Industrial Relations Commission delivered its verdict in the case involving Brigadier Riazul Karim Khan, the Factory Manager of Sandoz (Pakistan) Ltd., and multiple union members. The court found Saqlain H. Naqvi, A. Latif Tanoli, and Miss Zohra Paryal guilty of violating Section 53 of the Industrial Relations Ordinance, 1969, by staging a gherao, which involved intimidating and coercing the complainant and other management staff to reinstate a terminated worker, Miss Sweeda Khatoon. The court sentenced Saqlain H. Naqvi and A. Latif Tanoli to one month of simple imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 500, with a default sentence of 15 days. Miss Zohra Paryal received a lenient sentence until the rising of the court, considering her gender. The remaining accused were acquitted due to insufficient evidence. |
| Summary |
This case revolves around the termination of Miss Sweeda Khatoon and the subsequent actions taken by her fellow workers, led by accused Saqlain H. Naqvi and A. Latif Tanoli. The case highlights the legal ramifications of industrial actions and the rights of workers under the Industrial Relations Ordinance, 1969. The court emphasized the need for clear evidence in cases of alleged intimidation and coercion in industrial disputes. The decision reiterates the importance of lawful conduct in labor relations and the legal standards required to establish guilt beyond reasonable doubt. The outcome of the case serves as a critical reference for future industrial disputes, emphasizing the balance between workers' rights and management's authority. |
| Court |
National Industrial Relations Commission
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| Entities Involved |
National Industrial Relations Commission,
Sandoz (Pakistan) Ltd.
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| Judges |
Farhat Ali Khan
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| Lawyers |
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| Petitioners |
Brigadier Riazul Karim Khan
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| Respondents |
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Saqlain H. Naqvi,
A. Latif Tanoli,
Miss Zohra Paryal,
Miss Tahira Sheikh
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| Citations |
1977 SLD 1499,
1977 PLC 50
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Industrial Relations Ordinance, 1969
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| Sections |
53
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