Terminated employee’s reinstatement order challenged by employer; Delhi HC says employer not liable to pay disputed salary beyond retirement age of employee
Delhi High Court has ruled employers need not pay Section 17B salary after an employee retires. This interim judgement clarifies that statutory payments cease upon reaching superannuation age. The court acknowledged employee hardship but upheld legal precedents. The main case challenging the termination is still ongoing. This decision impacts ongoing legal battles for reinstated employees.