In Brief
This judgment addressed multiple challenges by liquor shop owners against directions to close or relocate establishments near highways. The Supreme Court held that where roads are treated as State Highways, shop owners may be required to shift beyond specified distances (200-500 meters), but upon relocation and submission of an application, competent authorities must revive licences within one week. For shops within municipal areas or MIDC developed areas, the Court clarified that highway liquor prohibitions do not apply. Affected parties were directed to submit representations detailing their individual circumstances for fresh consideration within stipulated timeframes."}
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