Authority: Supreme Court of India

Order Date: 03-08-2026

Case Overview

  • Parties: SOM Distilleries Pvt. Ltd. (petitioner) versus the State of Madhya Pradesh & Others (respondents).
  • Application: IA No. 215479/2026 seeking permission to file an application for direction, arising from the impugned judgment and order dated 15-07-2026 in SLP(C) No. 23183/2026.
  • Hearing: Conducted on 03-08-2026 before a three‑judge bench comprising the Chief Justice, Justice Joymalya Bagchi, and Justice V. Mohana.
  • Counsel: Senior counsel Mukul Rohatgi represented the petitioner; AAG Sridhar Potaraju represented the State; additional senior advocates and AORs were listed for both sides.
  • Core Issue: The petitioner sought modification of the earlier Supreme Court order and direction for the High Court to decide the pending matter within a stipulated period, with provision for interim relief.

Final Outcome

  • The Court modified the order dated 15.07.2026, directing the High Court to decide the pending matter within four weeks and to consider any interim relief, if sought.
  • IA No. 215479/2026 and the miscellaneous application were disposed of accordingly.
  • Any other pending applications, if any, were ordered to stand closed.

Topics: Court Order, High Court Direction, Legal Proceedings