Seniority of Casual Labourers Should Be Calculated from the Date of Regular Appointment, Not from Screening or Temporary Status: Gauhati High Court
In a significant judgment delivered by the Gauhati High Court on September 11, 2024, the court addressed the complex issue of seniority among railway workers under the Industrial Disputes Act, 1947. The case, brought forth by the Union of India, through the General Manager, N.F. Railway, highlighted disputes surrounding the fixation of seniority for employees who were previously engaged in casual roles. Background of the Case The matter involved three…
