In a recent decision, the Bombay High Court looked at a case involving the Nashik District Central Cooperative Bank and claims of unfair treatment of workers. The court found that the bank treated workers unfairly by keeping them as temporary employees even though they needed permanent positions.
The case involved several complaints against Nashik District Central Cooperative Bank. The people who complained, including Shivaji Madhav Jadhav and others, said they were unfairly kept as temporary workers even though they had been working for over ten years. They argued that their jobs were permanent, but they were not given the benefits and security of permanent positions.
Shivaji Madhav Jadhav and the others said the bank was treating them unfairly under the Maharashtra Recognition of Trade Unions and Prevention of Unfair Labour Practices Act, 1971. They claimed they were hired for open positions and did regular work but were not given permanent jobs and the benefits that come with them.
"The petitioners were appointed against vacant posts and possessed the requisite qualifications for such posts."
The bank argued that they couldn't make the jobs permanent because their staffing plan hadn't been approved. They admitted they didn't have enough workers and said temporary employees were important to keep things running smoothly.
"The Bank admitted that only 1213 permanent employees were presently working as against the requirement of 1934 employees."
Justice Amit Borkar found that the bank's actions were unfair. The court noted that the bank admitted they needed more staff and that Shivaji Madhav Jadhav and the others were doing important work.
"The respondent Bank is held to have engaged in unfair labor practices under Items 5 and 6 of Schedule IV of the MRTU and PULP Act."
The court canceled the earlier decision by the Industrial Court and ordered the bank to make the petitioners' jobs permanent. The bank must do this within twelve weeks and make sure eligible employees get permanent positions and the benefits that come with them.
"Eligible petitioners shall be granted permanency with continuity of service for all consequential purposes."
The court ruled that the Nashik District Central Cooperative Bank must give permanent jobs to the temporary workers who were doing regular duties and ensure they receive all related benefits.
For more details, you can refer to the judgment pronounced on March 5, 2026, by Justice Amit Borkar.
This post simplifies the complex legal language and focuses on the main events and decisions of the case, making it accessible for a general audience.
