MAHESH TRAVELS & TOURS & ANR. ETC. vs COMMISSIONER OF POLICE & ORS.

The Supreme Court upheld the enforcement of a roster system for launch services under Section 67 of the Bombay Police Act and Rules 4 and 19 of the Port of Bombay Passenger Boat Rules, 1962. The Court clarified that the roster system is a legitimate regulatory measure aimed at preventing congestion and ensuring fair access to landing places, rather than a prohibition of trade. The appeals were dismissed, affirming the authority of the Deputy Conservator of Bombay Port Trust to impose such regulations.