DECISION ; This appeal arises from the order of Third Sindh Labour Court, Karachi, dismissing the grievance petition of the appellant for his dismissal from service.
2. The appellant was working in the respondent's mills as a double sider.He remained absent from duty continuously for 10 days and for this misconduct he was charge-sheeted on 15-12-1991. The appellant replied to the charge-sheet on 18-12-1991. A domestic enquiry was thereafter held but the appellant did not associate himself with the enquiry. The Enquiry Officer found the appellant guilty and his services were terminated.
3. The case of the appellant is that he was prevented by the gate-keeper from entering the mill premises. That during enquiry also he was not allowed to get inside the mill. He has however not been able to prove these allegations. No elaborate enquiry is required to prove absence of a worker for 10 days. The contention of the Advocate for the appellant that the enquiry being ex parte was defective has not been established.
4. The respondent Textile Mills have neither appeared themselves nor engaged any counsel to appear. The order of the Labour Court is however maintained and the appeal is dismissed. revisions by the competent authorities. Therefore, it is advisable to consult the official sources or legal professionals for the most up-to-date and accurate information.