Reference No: PSG0144(B)Pages: 17Published on: 27, April, 2022
Abstract: The case discusses the detailed microplanning of the risk sources for the PMRC underground corridor metro project. The client, Progressive Metro Rail Corporation was a public sector company floated jointly by the State and Central Government. The principal contractor was a Joint Venture (JV) of five contractors — three foreign and ... More
Reference No: CTL0006Pages: 32Published on: 19, May, 2025
Abstract: Against the backdrop of India’s unprecedented investments in urban and regional rail-based mass transportation systems, this case introduces Ms. Anuradha Dey, the Managing Director (MD) of a major Metro Rail Corporation, who is leading a major metro rail construction program in a medium-sized city of India. Ms. Dey is ... More
Reference No: BP0037Pages: 11Published on: 1, January, 1968
Abstract: The case gives the governments view in the form of "departmental instructions" and the experience of implementing these instructions in different public sector undertakings. The case also gives three situations illustrating problems of relationship between the financial adviser and the "administration" in government companies. It raises the question: How can ... More
Reference No: CMA0707TECPages: 12Published on: 1, January, 1991
Abstract: The note provides a framework for analysing agricultural and rural development policies. Four models are used 4-S to link spatial, seasonal, sectoral, and social aspects of a policy. 3-A to link access, assurance, and ability. Socio-ecological paradigms to analyse the relationship between ecological variables and portfolio choices of the households. ... More
Reference No: BP0331Pages: 18Published on: 5, October, 2009
Abstract: This case discuses the process of unbundling and restructuring of Uttar Pradesh State Electricity Board (UPSEB). The UPSEB had accumulated losses of Rs. 6500 crores by year 2000. The state government trifurcated UPSEB into three separate corporations, each handling generation, transmission and distribution of power. There was strong protest against the trifurcation ... More
Reference No: PSG0139Pages: 46Published on: 12, April, 2021
Abstract: The pandemic induced lockdown lead to supply and manufacturing disruptions that were swiftly dealt with by the Indian Pharma Industry through successful industry-government collaboration. By May 2020 production was back to normal and exports were higher than the same period in May 2019. The case deals with the processes that enabled this ... More
Reference No: BP0070Pages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: Facilitates discussion of action potentials facing the general manager of a field unit of a public sector company. The manager is under pressure from headquarters to improve sales and capacity utilization appreciably in view of a marked drop in the offtake of the State Nutritional Programme. The management systems available ... More
Reference No: BP0169Pages: 23Published on: 1, January, 1979
Abstract: The case combines the SAIL (A) & (B) cases and provides some additional new information. The questions and answers in the Parliament on SAIL included in Case (B) along with the organizational details of the holding company in Case (A) help pose the question as to why the SAIL holding company ... More
Reference No: STR0483Pages: 20Published on: 30, September, 2025
Abstract: This case provides a lesson for corporate boards on evaluating risks generally in dispute management, and specifically in public–private partnerships where the government party typically enjoys higher bargaining power. Contemporary corporate governance necessitates nuanced planning for resolving disputes, as the decisions of corporate boards can impact the course and ... More
Reference No: JSW0003TECPages: 11Published on: 20, March, 2025
Abstract: The role of the Supreme Court in formulating a policy to ameliorate air quality control in Delhi is an example of judicial activism. It can be said to be necessary due to lack of effective action by the legislature and the executive. The creation of the Commission for Air Quality ... More
Reference No: PSG0098(A)Pages: 44Published on: 5, April, 2006
Abstract: Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) is the first airport in the joint sector, with large-scale public participation. The new airport project was conceived as an alternative to the then existing naval airport, which was not capable of handling wide-bodied aircraft due to runway limitations. The Cochin airport project throws up ... More
Reference No: IMG0015EXPages: 7Published on: 31, July, 1998
Abstract: Asian Toys faces the unfortunate situation of closing down its operations owing to injuries caused by the use of its products, by children, and the resultant adverse publicity. However, the key issues are product recall, compensation to victims, and the extent of information to be released to Public. Asian Toys ... More
Reference No: BP0096TECPages: 8Published on: 1, January, 1976
Abstract: The note identifies and discusses the different instruments through which the government and the Parliament ensure accountability and control over the managements of public sector undertakings in India. ... More
Reference No: BP0392Pages: 11Published on: 31, March, 2016
Abstract: The Government of India established Competition Commission of India (CCI hereafter) through an act promulgated in 2002 to shift regulatory focus from curbing monopolies to promoting competition. The organization became fully functional in 2009 and gained recognition for its proactive stance when it slapped a penalty of Rs. 6400 crore on eleven cement ... More
Reference No: CMHS0048Pages: 6Published on: 4, October, 2024
Abstract: The case explores the transformation of Dubai’s medical industry from being a net exporter to an importer. The public health policy changes have led to this transformation and now the focus is slowly shifting towards what marketing initiatives can be taken to make Dubai a medical tourism hub. ... More
