Court Rules Administration Must Justify Work Execution Without Required Sanction, Contractors Not Liable for Verifying Approvals: Jammu and Kashmir High Court

Jammu, August 05, 2024 - In a noteworthy judgment, the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir & Ladakh has mandated the Union Territory of J&K to release an outstanding amount of Rs. 13.90 lacs to the petitioner, M/S Cube Construction Engineering. This payment pertains to excess work completed beyond the original contract scope. Case Details and Judgment 1. Background of the Case: The petitioner, M/S Cube Construction Engineering, participated in…