Supreme Court says 1978 ‘industry’ definition won’t guide interpretation of 2020 labour code

The Supreme Court has limited the 1978 "industry" definition for the new labor code. A nine-judge bench held the 1978 ruling will not govern the Industrial Relations Code, 2020. Pending cases under the old law will still use the "triple test" definition. The court found the reference seeking reconsideration of the 1978 judgment valid. This ruling impacts how labor protections are applied to various sectors.