SHAGUN MAHILA UDYOGIK SAHAKARI SAN.MARYA vs STATE OF MAHARASHTRA .

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Bombay High Court affirming the award of a contract to respondents for supplying meals under the Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS). The Court emphasized the importance of compliance with the directions issued in earlier cases regarding the implementation of welfare schemes, particularly in relation to the operationalization of Anganwadi Centres. The judgment reinforces the need for accountability in the execution of government schemes aimed at improving child nutrition and welfare under Article 21 of the Constitution.