P. BHOOMA REDDY vs STATE OF MYSORE & ORS.

The Supreme Court held that the appellant's failure to comply with the mandatory requirements of Rule 19(1) and (3) of the Mysore Excise (Disposal of Privileges of Retail Vend of Liquors) Rules, 1967, which required the furnishing of a statement of immovable properties and security, justified the cancellation of his bid by the Divisional Commissioner. The Court found that the High Court's dismissal of the appellant's writ petition was erroneous, as the licenses issued to the next highest bidder were invalid. The Court ordered the issuance of licenses to the appellant, emphasizing the need for compliance with statutory requirements.