North Delhi Power Ltd vs Govt. Of N.C.T. & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the liability of North Delhi Power Limited and BSES Rajdhani Limited regarding employees of the erstwhile Delhi Electric Supply Undertaking who ceased employment prior to 1.7.2002. The Court upheld the Delhi High Court's ruling that the appellants are responsible for meeting these liabilities under the Delhi Electric Reforms Act, 2000. The judgment clarified the interpretation of the Act, particularly regarding the transition of responsibilities following the restructuring of the electricity sector in Delhi.