Ramchandra Murarilal Bhattad & Ors vs State Of Maharashtra & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the legality of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority's decision to reject all bids for the development of a Convention and Exhibition Centre under the Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority Act, 1974. The Court held that the Authority's rejection of the highest bid was arbitrary and lacked transparency, violating principles of fair competition and public interest. Consequently, the Court directed the Authority to reconsider the bids, emphasizing adherence to the statutory framework and fair bidding processes.