Authority: Supreme Court of India

Order Date: 25 July 2026

Case Overview

  • Transfer Petition (Civil) No. 284/2026 filed by Kerala Packaged Drinking Water Manufacturers Association against State of Kerala & others.
  • Petition heard before a bench comprising Chief Justice, Justice Joymalya Bagchi and Justice V. Mohana.
  • Counsel for petitioner: Ms. Pooja Dhar, Dr. Mathew A. Kuzhalanadhan, Mr. V. Shyamohan, Mr. Udai V. S. Rathore, Ms. Sradhaxna Mudrika, Ms. Priyanka Agarwal, Ms. Maryam Junaid (KMNP Law). Counsel for respondents: Mr. Zulfikar Ali P.S.
  • The matter was called for admission (IA No. 32617/2026) and was listed for hearing on the day of the order.

Final Outcome

  • The Court granted respondents a two‑week period to file any counter‑affidavit.
  • The matter was adjourned for further hearing on 20 August 2026.

Topics: Procedural Order, Water Industry Regulation