In Brief
The Supreme Court addressed multiple petitions by liquor shop owners challenging orders to relocate their establishments from State roads. The Court held that liquor shops on or near State roads must shift beyond the mandated 200-500 metre distance; upon relocation and reapplication, authorities must revive licences for the remaining period. However, the Court clarified that these restrictions do not apply to licensed establishments within municipal areas or MIDC developed zones. Petitioners in such areas were permitted to submit representations for individual consideration based on factual circumstances.
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