| Case ID |
2de4e1e6-f2f8-4449-8764-03ba221ff473 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Revision Petition No. SL-220 of 1996 |
| Decision Date |
Jun 30, 1996 |
| Hearing Date |
Jun 30, 1996 |
| Decision |
The Labour Appellate Tribunal accepted the revision petition of Muhammad Khalil, reinstating him in service after a thorough examination of the case. The Tribunal noted that the Labour Court had previously acknowledged the strength of Khalil's case and the balance of convenience favoring him. The Tribunal emphasized the significance of granting interim relief to prevent irreparable loss to the employee, especially given the protracted nature of the litigation. The Tribunal set aside the Labour Court's decision to deny the stay order, mandating that Khalil remains in service until the case is conclusively resolved. The Tribunal instructed the Labour Court to expedite the proceedings to ensure a timely resolution. |
| Summary |
In the case of Muhammad Khalil vs. Punjab Road Transport Corporation, the Labour Appellate Tribunal addressed the complexities surrounding an employee's dismissal and the subsequent legal battles that ensued. The Tribunal highlighted the importance of equity and justice in labor disputes, particularly when the employee's livelihood is at stake. The case revolved around the interpretation of the Industrial Relations Ordinance, specifically Section 38(3a), which governs the issuance of stay orders during litigation. The Tribunal's decision to reinstate Khalil underscores the principle that employees should not suffer undue hardship while their cases are pending resolution. This case serves as a critical reference point for labor rights and the judicial process in labor disputes, emphasizing the need for prompt adjudication to prevent prolonged distress for employees. The ruling reinforces the judiciary's role in protecting the rights of workers, ensuring that justice is not only done but is seen to be done in a timely manner. |
| Court |
Labour Appellate Tribunal, Punjab
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| Entities Involved |
Labour Court,
Punjab Road Transport Corporation,
Labour Appellate Tribunal
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| Judges |
Mian Ghulam Ahmad,
Muhammad Khalil
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| Lawyers |
Muhammad Iqbal Khan,
Ghulam Mustafa
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| Petitioners |
Muhammad Khalil
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| Respondents |
Punjab Road Transport Corporation through District Manager, Sahiwal
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| Citations |
1997 SLD 657 = 1997 PLC 216
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Industrial Relations Ordinance, 1969
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| Sections |
38(3a)
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