Punjab State Co-Op Milk Prod.Fed.Ltd vs Balbir Kumar Walia

The Supreme Court ruled that the Punjab State Co-operative Milk Producers Federation Ltd. qualifies as a 'State' under Article 12 of the Constitution, affirming the High Court's decision. The court emphasized the Federation's significant government control and public function, which justifies its classification as a State entity. Consequently, the appeals by the Federation were dismissed, upholding the rights of the respondents.