| Case ID |
20e97ae0-c653-462b-a96e-cd19cd63a1c3 |
| Body |
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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
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| Entities Involved |
Sindh Labour Court No. V, Karachi,
M/s. RICE EXPORT CORPORATION OF PAKISTAN (PVT.) LIMITED, KARACHI
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| Judges |
AGHA ALI HYDER
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| Lawyers |
Muhammad Arif Khilji,
Muhammad Atiq Qureshi,
M.M. Jelani,
Latif Saghar
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| Petitioners |
M/s. RICE EXPORT CORPORATION OF PAKISTAN (PVT.) LIMITED, KARACHI
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| Respondents |
PRESIDING OFFICER, SINDH LABOUR COURT NO. V, KARACHI,
Muhammad Arif Khilji,
Muhammad Atiq Qureshi,
M.M. Jelani,
Latif Saghar
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| Citations |
1994 SLD 595 = 1994 PLC 219
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| Other Citations |
Hussain Ali Chandio v. Secretary, Ministry of Communication and others 1992 SCMR 32
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| Laws Involved |
West Pakistan Industrial and Commercial Employment (Standing Orders) Ordinance (VI of 1968)
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| Sections |
S.O. 12(3)
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