Rule 51. Manner of making application to the State Government by the employer for intended closing down of an industrial establishment and the manner of serving copy of such application to the representatives of workers under sub-section (1) of section 80 of the Code

An employer who intends to close down an industrial establishment to which Chapter X of the Code applies shall apply electronically in Form XVIII for prior permission at least ninety days before the date on which intended closure is to become effective to the State Government, stating clearly therein the reasons for the 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 by registered or speed post.