Sr.Divnl.Retail Sales Mgr. Tr. Poa ... vs Ashok Shankarlal Gwalani

The Supreme Court upheld the Bombay High Court's order granting a Writ of Mandamus to the Indian Oil Company to allot a dealership to Shri Ashok Shankarlal Gwalani, emphasizing the importance of fair selection processes in public sector undertakings. The Court noted that the selection process was flawed due to irregularities in marking and documentation, which warranted a re-evaluation of candidates as per the company's policies. The Court reinforced the principle that transparency and adherence to procedural norms are essential in public appointments, thereby affirming the High Court's decision.