STATE OF KERALA vs M.K.JOSE

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to reverse the termination of a contract awarded to the respondent under the Public Works Department, emphasizing the need for adherence to procedural fairness in contract termination. The Court noted that the Secretary's decision to terminate the contract lacked sufficient justification, as the contractor had made efforts to complete the work and had sought necessary approvals. The Court held that the termination was arbitrary and ordered the reinstatement of the contract, thereby protecting the contractor's rights under Article 14 of the Constitution.