Authority: High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Shimla

Order Date: 16 July 2026

Case Overview

  • Petitioner: M/s Paradise Distilleries Pvt Ltd
  • Respondents: State of Himachal Pradesh and others
  • The writ petition (CWP No.9739 of 2026) sought quashing of directions requiring the petitioner to pay salary/remuneration to Home Guards deployed in its manufacturing plants.
  • Counsel for the petitioner requested permission to withdraw the present petition and file a fresh one in accordance with law, citing subsequent developments.
  • The court noted a footnote indicating that reporters of print and electronic media may be allowed to view the order.

Final Outcome

  • The court granted liberty to the petitioner to withdraw the writ petition.
  • The petition was dismissed as withdrawn.
  • All pending miscellaneous applications, if any, were ordered to stand disposed of.

Topics: Legal Procedure, Home Guards Compensation