M/S Abci Infrastructures Pvt Ltd vs Union Of India

The Supreme Court addressed a dispute involving the delay in a government infrastructure project due to procedural rigidity and legalistic stance by the authorities. The Court observed that the delay was caused by the Respondent's overly legalistic approach, which hindered project execution. The Court emphasized the importance of pragmatic and timely decision-making in public projects and criticized unnecessary legal delays. The judgment underscores the need for balancing legal procedures with efficient project implementation.