Employee In Supervisory Capacity, Drawing Wages Exceeding 10k Per Month Not 'Workman' Under Industrial Disputes Act: Supreme Court

The Supreme Court ruled that an employee in a supervisory capacity earning more than ₹10,000 per month does not qualify as a ‘workman’ under the Industrial Disputes Act. This decision clarifies the definition of ‘workman’ and impacts employees in supervisory roles who earn above this threshold. The case involved an employee who claimed benefits under the Act, but the court held that their supervisory role and salary excluded them from the ‘workman’ category. This ruling is significant for employers and employees, as it delineates the scope of protections available under the Industrial Disputes Act.