the power under Article 226

It has been repeatedly held by this Court that the power under   Article   226   is   available   not   only   against   the Government and its instrumentalities but also against “any person or authority”. A reference may be made in this regard to two decisions namely Praga Tools Corporation vs. Shri C.A.   Imanual34  and  Andi   Mukta   Sadguru   Shree Muktajee  Vandas   Swami   Suvarna  Jayanti  Mahotasav Smarak Trust vs.V.R. Rudani35