Punjab Roadways Moga Tr.Gen.Manager vs Punjab Sahib Bus & Transport Co.& Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the order of the State Transport Commissioner regarding the allocation of Stage Carriage Permits under Section 89 of the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. The Court affirmed the principle that permits should be granted to ensure healthy competition and prevent monopolies, emphasizing the need for a balanced transport service. The High Court's directive to grant permits solely to private operators was set aside, maintaining the original decision of the Commissioner to allocate permits to both State Transport Undertakings and private operators.