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