State Of Punjab vs State Of Haryana & Ors

The Supreme Court, in the context of Original Suit No. 1 of 2007 filed under Article 131 of the Constitution, addressed the interlocutory application by the State of Punjab seeking an ad interim injunction against the State of Haryana regarding the Hansi Branch - Bhutana Branch Multipurpose Channel project. The Court held that the construction activities by Haryana must be restrained until the matter is resolved, emphasizing the need for concurrence from Punjab as mandated by Article 13 of the Bhakra Nangal Agreement. The Court's order reflects the importance of inter-state agreements in managing water resources and infrastructure projects.