Global Energy Ltd. & Anr vs M/S Adani Exports Ltd. & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of the West Bengal State Electricity Board's tender conditions requiring a deposit of Rs.30 lakhs as earnest money, which exempted Central/State Government Organizations and PSUs. The Court held that this condition was discriminatory and contrary to the provisions of the Electricity Act, 2003, specifically Section 14, which mandates non-discriminatory practices in the electricity sector. Consequently, the Court set aside the interim order of the Calcutta High Court and directed the Electricity Board to reconsider the tender conditions in light of the statutory requirements.