Non-Extension Of Contract Based On Allegations Of Absence From Duty, Without Following Due Process Violates Natural Justice: Chhattisgarh HC

The Chhattisgarh High Court ruled that the non-extension of a contract without following due process violates the principles of natural justice. The case involved a dispute over the termination of a contract where the employer failed to follow the proper procedure for non-renewal. The court held that the employer’s actions lacked transparency and fairness, thus breaching the employee’s right to a fair process. The ruling highlights the importance of procedural fairness in contract renewals and terminations, stressing that employers must ensure that employees are treated justly and that their rights are protected in such matters.