Bombay High Court says collectors empowered to close liquor shops but...

The Bombay High Court ruled against a liquor shop owner challenging a collector’s decision to refuse the renewal of the shop’s license. The court found that the collector acted within the law and that the decision was based on sound legal principles, including public health and safety considerations. This ruling underscores the discretionary power of local authorities in matters of licensing and the importance of complying with statutory requirements to obtain or renew business licenses.