Delhi High Court Refuses To Entertain PIL Seeking To Prohibit Sale And Consumption Of Tobacco Near Temples

The Delhi High Court refused to entertain a PIL seeking to prohibit the sale and consumption of tobacco near temples. The petition argued that the sale and use of tobacco products in the vicinity of religious places were detrimental to public health and violated the sanctity of these spaces. The court dismissed the PIL, stating that it lacked sufficient grounds for judicial intervention and did not address the matter in a legal context. The decision highlights the court’s approach in handling public interest litigations, ensuring that they are based on substantive legal issues rather than personal opinions.