| Case ID |
1f74425d-7172-4b17-92d9-6af3e33a894a |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
KAR-349 of 1989 |
| Decision Date |
May 02, 1990 |
| Hearing Date |
May 02, 1990 |
| Decision |
The appeal was dismissed as the misconduct of the appellant was established. The appellant, a Driver, was found guilty of taking unauthorized trips and misbehaving with the Checking Squad. The evidence presented demonstrated that the appellant aided and abetted the conductor's misconduct, leading to financial loss for the employer. The court found no merit in the objections raised by the appellant's counsel regarding the validity of the charge-sheet, as the acts of misconduct were clearly brought to the appellant's attention. The decision emphasized the importance of maintaining discipline and adherence to protocols in the employment context. |
| Summary |
In the case of SHAUKAT KHOKHAR vs. DISTRICT MANAGER, the Labour Appellate Tribunal examined the dismissal of the appellant, who was charged with misconduct for taking unauthorized passengers on an unscheduled trip. The tribunal found that the evidence supported the allegations of misbehavior and misconduct, leading to the upholding of the dismissal. This case highlights the significance of proper conduct and adherence to established regulations within the workforce. Key terms include 'misconduct', 'dismissal', 'unauthorized trip', and 'discipline', which are essential for understanding employment law and the implications of violating workplace policies. The ruling reinforces the legal standards under the West Pakistan Industrial and Commercial Employment (Standing Orders) Ordinance and related laws, emphasizing accountability and the consequences of inappropriate behavior in professional settings. Legal representatives involved were Ch. M. Abdul Latif Saghar for the appellant and Gul Muhammad Soomro for the respondents, illustrating the role of legal counsel in labor disputes. |
| Court |
Labour Appellate Tribunal, Sindh
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| Entities Involved |
Not available
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| Judges |
AHMED ALI U. QURESHI,
SHAUKAT KHOKHAR
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| Lawyers |
Ch. M. Abdul Latif Saghar,
Gul Muhammad Soomro
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| Petitioners |
SHAUKAT KHOKHAR
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| Respondents |
another,
DISTRICT MANAGER
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| Citations |
1991 SLD 1915,
1991 PLC 251
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| Other Citations |
Muhammad Ashraf Khan v. District Manager, Karachi Transport Corporation Appeal No. KAR-359 of 1989,
1984 P L C 1268
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| Laws Involved |
West Pakistan Industrial and Commercial Employment (Standing Orders) Ordinance (VI of 1968),
Industrial Relations Ordinance (XXIII of 1969),
Pakistan Essential Services (Maintenance) Act (LIII of 1958)
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| Sections |
15(3),
25-A,
5
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