30-Day Deadline For Issuing Show Cause Notice Under OMCs' Marketing Discipline Guidelines Is 'Mandatory': Allahabad HC

The Allahabad High Court has ruled that the 30-day deadline to show cause under the Oil Marketing Companies' Marketing Discipline Guidelines 2012 is mandatory. This decision clarifies the importance of adhering to procedural deadlines. The court's ruling ensures consistency in the application of the guidelines. This decision highlights the need for timely compliance with regulatory requirements. It underscores the importance of procedural fairness.