Rule 37. Application to State Government by employer for intended closing down of an industrial establishment and manner of serving copy of such application to representatives of workers

An employer who intends to close down an industrial establishment, to which the provisions of Chapter X of the Code apply, shall apply to the State Government in Form XIV electronically for prior permission with a copy to the concerned Deputy Commissioner of Labour, at least ninety days before the date on which the intended closure is to become effective, stating clearly therein the reasons for such intended closure of the industrial establishment and simultaneously a copy of such application shall also be sent to the representatives of the workers electronically and in person, or by registered post or speed post.