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Justice Nagarathna Warns Redefining ‘Industry’ Could Weaken Labour Protections

Justice Nagarathna Warns Redefining ‘Industry’ Could Weaken Labour Protections

In a noted dissent, Justice B.V. Nagarathna cautions that narrowing the definition of ‘industry’ could erode workers’ rights and shift bargaining power toward employers. The opinion flags potential long-term consequences for labor law safeguards and industrial relations.

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Justice Nagarathna’s dissent warns of tearing the frayed safety net of labour law