M/S. KALYANJI VITHALDAS & SONS vs THE STATE OF M.P. & ORS.

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision that the appellant was liable for damages due to non-execution of the renewal deed for Tendu leaves, as the Government had accepted the renewal offer before the appellant's withdrawal. The Court clarified that the communication of acceptance was valid despite being sent after the deadline, as the appellant had not formally withdrawn before acceptance. The ruling emphasized the binding nature of contractual obligations once acceptance is communicated, affirming the High Court's dismissal of the writ petition.