SC REBUKES UTTARAKHAND LICENSING AUTHORITY FOR TARDY ACTION IN PATANJALI CASE
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SC criticises Uttarakhand Licensing Authority for delaying action against Patanjali; revokes licences only after court intervention.
About the SC Criticises Uttarakhand Licensing Authority in Patanjali Case:
- The Supreme Court censures Uttarakhand’s Licensing Authority for revoking 14 licences of Divya Pharmacy post-court intervention, citing repeated violations under the Drugs and Magic Remedies Act.
- Justices Hima Kohli and Ahsanuddin Amanullah express dissatisfaction, noting the authority’s swift action only after court orders. The authority’s belated response to violations over six years draws criticism.
source:slideserve
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