M.D.,O.I.I.D.C.,BHUBANESWAR vs SARAT CHANDRA PATNAIK

The Supreme Court held that the Orissa Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation Act, 1980, particularly Sections 18 and 33, delineates the powers of the State Government and the Corporation regarding management and disposal of industrial land. The Court found that the High Court erred in directing the matter to be placed before the Government, as it would undermine the Corporation's authority and autonomy. The appeal was allowed, and the respondent was given six months to pay the balance amount due under the lease.