Suresh Chandra Sharma vs Chairman, Upseb And Ors.

The Supreme Court addressed the issue of governmental interference in the functioning of the Uttar Pradesh Electricity Board, as highlighted in the Kaul Committee Report. The Court noted that the State Government's interference in transfers and postings undermines the autonomy of the Electricity Board, which is supposed to operate independently under the Electricity Act. The Court emphasized the need for adherence to the transfer policy guidelines and accountability in the management of the Electricity Board, holding that such political patronage is detrimental to its functioning.