M/S Om Sai Construction and Suppliers, Salahabad, Salempur v. State of U.P. and 2 Others
Case brief
What is this about?
Interim-order stage of writ petition by contractor M/S Om Sai Construction And Suppliers (WRIT-C No. 3768 of 2025, Allahabad HC, DB, 14.7.2025) seeking payment of unpaid bills including admitted dues from State of U.P. respondents. Court presumed prima facie satisfaction of Finance Controller from communication dated 23.12.2024; held non-payment after execution of works contrary to public policy; directed payment of admitted dues by adjourned date failing which respondent no.2 to appear in person or virtually; next listing 30.7.2025. No statutes or precedents cited; no quantum stated.
What did the court decide?
Respondents directed to comply with payment of the petitioner's admitted dues on or before the adjourned date, failing which respondent no.2 to appear in person or virtually to explain non-payment; matter listed on 30th July, 2025 at 2.00 p.m.