LAKHA NARAIN vs STATE OF U.P.. — C.A. No. 8901/2013

Case Summary: Lakha Narain v. State of U.P. (C.A. No. 8901/2013) The Supreme Court set aside the High Court's order and modified the compensation award. Lakha Narain, terminated in 1990 after continuous employment (1985-1990 with 240+ days annually), had his illegal termination confirmed by the Labour Court, which ordered reinstatement. The High Court reduced this to ₹30,000 compensation, citing alleged violation of constitutional appointment procedures—an issue never raised before the Labour Court. The Supreme Court found the High Court clearly erroneous but declined reinstatement given the workman's superannuation. It enhanced compensation to ₹3 lakh (from ₹30,000) with 9% interest from June 1990, payable within three months, separate from amounts already paid. This case analysis is maintained by casestatus.in based on publicly available court records.