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Case ID 20e97ae0-c653-462b-a96e-cd19cd63a1c3
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Case Number Appeals Nos. KAR-52, KAR-53 and KAR-54 of 1992
Decision Date Nov 18, 1993
Hearing Date Nov 04, 1993
Decision The appeals challenge the Labour Court No. V, Karachi's order dated January 9, 1992, which reinstated the petitioners in service with full back benefits. The Tribunal found the termination orders illegal as employees were not provided with reasons or notice as required under S.O. 12(3). The respondents admitted they had not received any memo or show cause notice regarding their work quality, which contravenes established practices. The decision affirms the Labour Court's ruling, highlighting that the employees' rights under the Standing Orders were violated.
Summary This case revolves around the wrongful termination of employees at the Rice Export Corporation of Pakistan. The Labour Appellate Tribunal found that the terminations were conducted without following proper procedures outlined in the West Pakistan Industrial and Commercial Employment Ordinance. The employees were not given any prior notice or reasons for their dismissal, violating their rights as stipulated in the Standing Orders. The court emphasized the necessity of adhering to legal frameworks in employment matters. This ruling serves as a critical reminder for employers to respect due process in termination cases, ensuring compliance with established laws to avoid legal repercussions. The case reflects ongoing challenges in labor rights and the importance of legal representation in disputes involving employment termination.
Court Labour Appellate Tribunal, Sindh
Entities Involved Sindh Labour Court No. V, Karachi, M/s. RICE EXPORT CORPORATION OF PAKISTAN (PVT.) LIMITED, KARACHI
Judges AGHA ALI HYDER
Lawyers Muhammad Arif Khilji, Muhammad Atiq Qureshi, M.M. Jelani, Latif Saghar
Petitioners M/s. RICE EXPORT CORPORATION OF PAKISTAN (PVT.) LIMITED, KARACHI
Respondents PRESIDING OFFICER, SINDH LABOUR COURT NO. V, KARACHI, Muhammad Arif Khilji, Muhammad Atiq Qureshi, M.M. Jelani, Latif Saghar
Citations 1994 SLD 595 = 1994 PLC 219
Other Citations Hussain Ali Chandio v. Secretary, Ministry of Communication and others 1992 SCMR 32
Laws Involved West Pakistan Industrial and Commercial Employment (Standing Orders) Ordinance (VI of 1968)
Sections S.O. 12(3)