Supreme Court orders ₹1 lakh compensation for workers in Bihar and Jharkhand

New Delhi – In a recent judgment, the Supreme Court of India directed that workers from the states of Bihar and Jharkhand be paid a sum of one lakh rupees. The order came in response to a petition filed by labour representatives seeking redress for alleged wage irregularities. The Court’s ruling mandates the payment to be made promptly, though it did not specify the exact mechanism for disbursement. Legal experts note that the decision underscores the judiciary’s role in safeguarding workers’ rights in the region. The affected workers are expected to receive the compensation in the coming weeks, pending administrative processing.

The judgment also calls for the relevant state authorities to ensure compliance and to address any procedural delays that could hinder the payout. Stakeholders have welcomed the decision as a step toward addressing long‑standing grievances among labourers in eastern India.

The Supreme Court’s intervention reflects broader concerns about wage security and labour standards across the country, and may set a precedent for similar cases in other states.