The Economic Times

Employee fired for Rs 2 lakh embezzlement but wins case in Supreme Court as employer conducted enquiry without witnesses

An employee fired for Rs 2 lakh embezzlement has won a significant victory in the Supreme Court. The apex court ruled that the employer's inquiry was flawed as it lacked witnesses. Consequently, the employee's dismissal and recovery order were set aside. The employer now has the option to conduct a fresh inquiry within six months.