(1) An application shall be made by the employer in Form-XIV to the Central Government seeking permission for lay-off of a worker stating clearly therein the reasons for the intended lay-off and a copy of such application shall be served simultaneously to the worker concerned, electronically or in person or by speed post.

(2) The application referred to in sub-rule (1) shall also be displayed conspicuously by the employer on the notice board or on electronic board at the main entrance of the industrial establishment.