Sithamparanathan v. People’S Bank – sllr 1989 volume 1 page 124

In the case between Sithamparanathan (Applicant-Appellant) and People’s Bank (Respondent), the court addressed the issue of whether the termination of employment was justified, considering disputed evidence on alleged fraudulent transactions and banking irregularities. It was held that the applicant-appellant’s dismissal was unjust, wrongful, and unreasonable, particularly in light of exoneration at a domestic inquiry, inconsistencies in evidence, and discriminatory treatment compared to another officer. The principle reaffirmed was that a bank must deal fairly and consistently with employees, giving due regard to findings of internal inquiries and properly evaluating evidence. This decision relied on the proper interpretation of labour law principles, the necessity for independent judicia