The Telangana High Court has reserved its verdict on petitions challenging the State’s extension of the liquor shop licence application deadline. Petitioners argue the move violates Excise Rules, while the government defends it as a policy decision prompted by a bandh. The Court clarified that applications submitted during the extended period will be subject to its final ruling.
Justice K Lakshman directed the agency to adhere to legal procedures before demolishing structures identified as illegal. The judge also voiced concern over possible discrimination in HYDRA's approach, stating that it could not go and demolish structures 'just like that'.
