M.C.D vs DY.COMMISSIONER OF POLICE

The Supreme Court addressed the amendment to the Delhi Cinematograph Rules, 1981, under the Cinematograph Act, 1952, which designated the Delhi Development Authority (DDA) as the licensing authority for cinematograph exhibitions, superseding the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD). The Court held that the MCD is no longer a necessary party in the ongoing litigation due to this change in law, and any construction undertaken without the DDA's approval is subject to legal scrutiny. The Court directed that pending applications regarding co-ownership and construction compliance be resolved expeditiously.