Brihan ... vs Laqshya Media P.Ltd.& Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to set aside the work orders/contracts awarded to Bennett Coleman & Co. Ltd. and Prithvi Associates by the Brihan Mumbai Electric Supply & Transport Undertaking (BEST) under Section 460M of the Mumbai Municipal Corporation Act, 1888. The Court found that the tender process was not followed as required, and directed BEST to invite fresh tenders, emphasizing the necessity of adhering to proper tendering procedures. The appeals filed by BEST and the contractors were dismissed, affirming the High Court's order.