Authority: High Court of Meghalaya at Shillong
Order Date: 26 June 2026
Case Overview
- Petitioner: M/s ASA ENTERPRISE, Shillong, represented by attorney Shri Prem Chand Rai and counsel Mr. K. Paul, Mr. S. Chanda, Mr. B. Snaitang.
- Respondents: Union of India; North Eastern Police Academy (Director Umsaw, Drawing & Disbursing Officer, Accounts Officer).
- Writ petition (WP(C) No.1 of 2025) sought a mandamus for release of Rs 25,68,580 for repair, leakage and waterproofing of Type‑II quarters at the Academy, based on contract dated 03‑01‑2023.
- Initial inspection on 01‑05‑2023 deemed work satisfactory; payment order issued on 10‑05‑2023.
- Subsequent letters (15‑06‑2023, 12‑06‑2023) directed rectification; Board of Officers report dated 03‑11‑2023 identified deficiencies:
- Roof grading depth insufficient, shortfall of 35 cubic metres at Rs 13,378.15 per cum → Rs 4,68,325.
- Terrace cleaning incomplete for 12,000 sqm at Rs 26.75 per sqm → Rs 3,21,000.
- Total disputed amount: Rs 7.89 lakh.
Final Outcome
- Court ordered release of the undisputed amount: Rs 25,68,580 − Rs 7.89 lakh = Rs 17.79 lakh, to be paid to ASA Enterprise within eight weeks from the order date.
- Parties must appoint an independent qualified chief engineer (retired or serving) within two weeks to assess the disputed work and quantify the remaining amount; respondents will defray the engineer’s expenses.
- The matter is disposed of and closed following these directions.
Topics: Contract Dispute, Government Procurement, Judicial Relief