BALMER LAWRIE & CO. LTD. vs PARTHA SARATHI SEN ROY .

The Supreme Court ruled that Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd. qualifies as a 'State' under Article 12 of the Constitution of India, making it subject to writ jurisdiction. The Court emphasized that the majority shareholding by a government entity and the nature of its operations contribute to its classification as a State. Consequently, the termination of the respondent's employment was deemed subject to judicial review, and the appeal was dismissed, upholding the High Court's decision.