N.D.M.C. vs THE STATESMAN LTD.

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision directing the New Delhi Municipal Committee to sanction a building plan submitted by the respondent company. The Court found that the clearance from the Delhi Urban Art Commission and the Chief Fire Officer was sufficient, and the Municipal Committee's refusal to sanction the plan was unjustified. The Court clarified that while the Municipal Committee can independently assess fire safety requirements, it must consider the approvals already granted under the Delhi Urban Art Commission Act, 1973 and the Punjab Municipal Act, 1911, specifically Sections 193(3) and relevant Building Bye-Laws.