MP High Court quashes order rejecting excise licenses, directs renewal for Som Distilleries.
The Hon'ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh quashed an order rejecting SDBL's excise license renewal applications. The court directed renewal within 15 days and awarded ₹1 lakh in costs. This is expected to positively impact the company's financial position and operational resumption in Madhya Pradesh.
The favorable court judgment directly impacts the company's ability to resume operations in Madhya Pradesh by ensuring the renewal of its crucial excise licenses, which is vital for its business.
The court ruling favored the company by quashing the rejection of its excise license renewal applications and directing the renewal within a specified timeframe. This is a positive development for the company's operations.
Som Distilleries & Breweries Limited (SDBL) has received a favorable judgment from the Hon'ble High Court of Madhya Pradesh regarding its excise licenses. The court, in its judgment dated September 24, 2026, quashed an earlier order dated June 18, 2026, which had rejected the company's applications for renewal of its excise licenses.
The Hon'ble Court has mandated the renewal of all the company's manufacturing licenses under the Madhya Pradesh Excise Act within 15 days from the order date. This decision is a significant step towards the resumption and normalization of SDBL's operations in Madhya Pradesh.
Additionally, the court has awarded costs of ₹1 lakh to the company, payable by the Government of Madhya Pradesh. The judgment also preserves the company's right to pursue damages or losses incurred during the period of operational closure before an appropriate forum. The company views this judgment as a vindication of its stand and a testament to its commitment to corporate governance and ethical conduct.
SDBL welcomes the clarity provided by this judgment, which is expected to have a positive impact on its financial position and enable the resumption of operations at its Bhopal plant, thereby strengthening its ability to serve its core markets.
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