R.R. Pillai(Dead) Through L.Rs vs Commanding Officer Hq S.A.C.(U)& Ors

The Supreme Court referred the matter to a three-Judge Bench to reconsider the status of employees of Unit Run Canteens in the Armed Forces, specifically questioning the correctness of the ruling in Union of India v. Mohd. Aslam (2001). The Court emphasized that Articles 14 and 16 of the Constitution of India apply, and that Section 23 of the Indian Contract Act, 1923 prohibits certain appointments. The outcome will determine whether these employees are considered government servants, impacting their rights and benefits under the law.