Authority: Court
Order Date: 27.08.2026
Case Overview
- Parties: M/s. Downtown Temptations Pvt. Ltd. & Anr. (Appellants) vs. The State of West Bengal & Ors. (Respondents).
- Nature of proceedings: Appeal concerning the grant and continued payment of an excise licence for a bar‑cum‑restaurant after the resignation of an erstwhile director.
- Background: An erstwhile director of the appellant had been granted an excise licence. Following his resignation, the same company continues to pay for the licence, raising questions about the compliance requirements for such a licence.
Observations & Directions
- The Learned Additional Government Pleader is directed to return with specific written instructions detailing how the matter can be resolved, specifically outlining the compliances required for granting the excise licence to operate the bar‑cum‑restaurant.
- The court emphasizes the need for clarity on the procedural and regulatory steps applicable when a licence holder resigns but the company remains liable for licence fees.
Final Outcome
- The matter is adjourned and scheduled to appear before the Court on 31 August 2026.
- Judges Shampa Sarkar, J. and Arjun Ray Mukherjee, J. preside over the proceedings.
Topics: Excise Licence, Hospitality Regulation