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The Allahabad HC held a writ under Article 226 for admitted dues maintainable despite state's plea, directing payment of Rs 18,79,197 at 6% interest within three months and affirming that financial constraints cannot override a settled legal obligation.
Madhya Pradesh High Court reaffirms that MSMEs are entitled to statutory interest under Section 16 of the MSMED Act, 2006, on delayed payments, regardless of government fund constraints. The court directed the state to clear outstanding dues within one month, setting a precedent for enforcement of MSME rights against public bodies.
Andhra Pradesh High Court rules that writ jurisdiction under Article 226 can be invoked to recover admitted contractual dues from the state, even when alternative remedies are available, if the withholding of payment is arbitrary. The ruling reinforces that constitutional remedies override procedural technicalities when fundamental rights are violated.
Andhra Pradesh High Court holds that when the state admits contractual dues, withholding payment violates Articles 14 and 21; mandates payment within six weeks.